1971 Buick Riviera vs. 2002 Dodge Razor
To start off, 2002 Dodge Razor is newer by 31 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 60 more horse power than 2002 Dodge Razor. (251 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Buick Riviera should accelerate faster than 2002 Dodge Razor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Buick Riviera weights approximately 905 kg more than 2002 Dodge Razor. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1971 Buick Riviera (617 Nm) has 305 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Dodge Razor. (312 Nm). This means 1971 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Dodge Razor. 1971 Buick Riviera has automatic transmission and 2002 Dodge Razor has manual transmission. 2002 Dodge Razor 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 | 2002 Dodge Razor | |
| Make | Buick | Dodge |
| Model | Riviera | Razor |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7468 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 311 HP | 251 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 617 Nm | 312 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2040 kg | 1135 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 3770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2500 mm |
