1971 Buick Riviera vs. 1987 Buick Century
To start off, 1987 Buick Century is newer by 16 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) has 186 more horse power than 1987 Buick Century. (125 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Buick Riviera should accelerate faster than 1987 Buick Century.
Because 1971 Buick Riviera is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1971 Buick Riviera. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 Buick Century, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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) has 397 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Buick Century. (220 Nm). This means 1971 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Buick Century.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Buick Riviera | 1987 Buick Century | |
| Make | Buick | Buick |
| Model | Riviera | Century |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1987 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7468 cc | 2800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 311 HP | 125 HP |
| Torque | 617 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 4803 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1763 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1364 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2662 mm |
