1971 Buick Riviera vs. 2000 Lotec C 1000

To start off, 2000 Lotec C 1000 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, 2000 Lotec C 1000 (843 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 532 more horse power than 1971 Buick Riviera. (311 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Lotec C 1000 should accelerate faster than 1971 Buick Riviera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Buick Riviera weights approximately 960 kg more than 2000 Lotec C 1000.

Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2000 Lotec C 1000 (990 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 373 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Buick Riviera. (617 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2000 Lotec C 1000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Buick Riviera. 1971 Buick Riviera has automatic transmission and 2000 Lotec C 1000 has manual transmission. 2000 Lotec C 1000 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 2000 Lotec C 1000
Make Buick Lotec
Model Riviera C 1000
Year Released 1971 2000
Engine Position Front Middle
Engine Size 7468 cc 5500 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Horse Power 311 HP 843 HP
Engine RPM 4200 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 617 Nm 990 Nm
Torque RPM 2600 RPM 3900 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Vehicle Weight 2040 kg 1080 kg
Vehicle Length 5560 mm 4300 mm
Vehicle Width 2040 mm 2010 mm
Vehicle Height 1380 mm 1150 mm


 

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