1971 Buick Riviera vs. 1999 Daihatsu Naked
To start off, 1999 Daihatsu Naked is newer by 28 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 249 more horse power than 1999 Daihatsu Naked. (62 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Buick Riviera should accelerate faster than 1999 Daihatsu Naked. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Buick Riviera weights approximately 1180 kg more than 1999 Daihatsu Naked. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Daihatsu Naked 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, 1999 Daihatsu Naked 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 510 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Daihatsu Naked. (107 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1971 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Daihatsu Naked. 1971 Buick Riviera has automatic transmission and 1999 Daihatsu Naked has manual transmission. 1999 Daihatsu Naked 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 | 1999 Daihatsu Naked | |
| Make | Buick | Daihatsu |
| Model | Riviera | Naked |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7468 cc | 657 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 311 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 617 Nm | 107 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2040 kg | 860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 3400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2370 mm |
