1971 Buick Riviera vs. 1975 Triumph 2000
To start off, 1975 Triumph 2000 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Buick Riviera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Buick Riviera would be higher. At 7,468 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Buick Riviera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Buick Riviera (311 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 228 more horse power than 1975 Triumph 2000. (83 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Buick Riviera should accelerate faster than 1975 Triumph 2000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Buick Riviera weights approximately 795 kg more than 1975 Triumph 2000. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1971 Buick Riviera (617 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 482 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Triumph 2000. (135 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1971 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Triumph 2000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Buick Riviera | 1975 Triumph 2000 | |
| Make | Buick | Triumph |
| Model | Riviera | 2000 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7468 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 311 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 617 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 2040 kg | 1245 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2700 mm |
