1971 Buick Riviera vs. 2000 Ford Laser
To start off, 2000 Ford Laser is newer by 29 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 206 more horse power than 2000 Ford Laser. (105 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Buick Riviera should accelerate faster than 2000 Ford Laser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Buick Riviera weights approximately 925 kg more than 2000 Ford Laser. 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, 2000 Ford Laser, 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 472 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Ford Laser. (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1971 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Ford Laser.
Compare all specifications:
1971 Buick Riviera | 2000 Ford Laser | |
Make | Buick | Ford |
Model | Riviera | Laser |
Year Released | 1971 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7468 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 311 HP | 105 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 617 Nm | 145 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 2040 kg | 1115 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 4260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2620 mm |