1971 Buick Riviera vs. 2000 Oldsmobile Intrigue
To start off, 2000 Oldsmobile Intrigue 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 99 more horse power than 2000 Oldsmobile Intrigue. (212 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Buick Riviera should accelerate faster than 2000 Oldsmobile Intrigue. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Buick Riviera weights approximately 480 kg more than 2000 Oldsmobile Intrigue. 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 Oldsmobile Intrigue, 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 306 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Oldsmobile Intrigue. (311 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1971 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Oldsmobile Intrigue.
Compare all specifications:
1971 Buick Riviera | 2000 Oldsmobile Intrigue | |
Make | Buick | Oldsmobile |
Model | Riviera | Intrigue |
Year Released | 1971 | 2000 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7468 cc | 3457 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 311 HP | 212 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 617 Nm | 311 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2040 kg | 1560 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 4980 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2780 mm |