1971 Buick Riviera vs. 1985 Renault Espace
To start off, 1985 Renault Espace is newer by 14 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 193 more horse power than 1985 Renault Espace. (118 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Buick Riviera should accelerate faster than 1985 Renault Espace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Buick Riviera weights approximately 750 kg more than 1985 Renault Espace. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1985 Renault Espace is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1971 Buick Riviera. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 Renault Espace will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1971 Buick Riviera (617 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 449 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Renault Espace. (168 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1971 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Renault Espace. 1971 Buick Riviera has automatic transmission and 1985 Renault Espace has manual transmission. 1985 Renault Espace will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1971 Buick Riviera will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Buick Riviera | 1985 Renault Espace | |
| Make | Buick | Renault |
| Model | Riviera | Espace |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1985 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7468 cc | 1993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 311 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 617 Nm | 168 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2040 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2590 mm |
