1971 Buick Riviera vs. 1996 Mitsubishi Delica Space Gear
To start off, 1996 Mitsubishi Delica Space Gear is newer by 25 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 181 more horse power than 1996 Mitsubishi Delica Space Gear. (130 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Buick Riviera should accelerate faster than 1996 Mitsubishi Delica Space Gear. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Buick Riviera weights approximately 380 kg more than 1996 Mitsubishi Delica Space Gear. 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 424 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Mitsubishi Delica Space Gear. (193 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1971 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Mitsubishi Delica Space Gear.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Buick Riviera | 1996 Mitsubishi Delica Space Gear | |
| Make | Buick | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Riviera | Delica Space Gear |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1996 |
| Engine Size | 7468 cc | 2351 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 311 HP | 130 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 617 Nm | 193 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 2040 kg | 1660 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2810 mm |
