1971 Buick Riviera vs. 1996 Saturn SC
To start off, 1996 Saturn SC 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 210 more horse power than 1996 Saturn SC. (101 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Buick Riviera should accelerate faster than 1996 Saturn SC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Buick Riviera weights approximately 995 kg more than 1996 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, 1996 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 459 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Saturn SC. (158 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1971 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Saturn SC.
Compare all specifications:
1971 Buick Riviera | 1996 Saturn SC | |
Make | Buick | Saturn |
Model | Riviera | SC |
Year Released | 1971 | 1996 |
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 | 101 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 617 Nm | 158 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 2040 kg | 1045 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 |