1971 Buick Riviera vs. 1995 Saturn SC
To start off, 1995 Saturn SC is newer by 24 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 189 more horse power than 1995 Saturn SC. (122 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Buick Riviera should accelerate faster than 1995 Saturn SC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Buick Riviera weights approximately 960 kg more than 1995 Saturn SC. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1995 Saturn SC, 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 @ 2600 RPM) has 449 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Saturn SC. (168 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1971 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Saturn SC. 1971 Buick Riviera has automatic transmission and 1995 Saturn SC has manual transmission. 1995 Saturn SC 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 | 1995 Saturn SC | |
Make | Buick | Saturn |
Model | Riviera | SC |
Year Released | 1971 | 1995 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7468 cc | 1901 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 311 HP | 122 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 617 Nm | 168 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 2040 kg | 1080 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2610 mm |