1971 Buick Riviera vs. 2003 Chrysler Airflite
To start off, 2003 Chrysler Airflite is newer by 32 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 58 more horse power than 2003 Chrysler Airflite. (253 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Buick Riviera should accelerate faster than 2003 Chrysler Airflite. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Buick Riviera weights approximately 440 kg more than 2003 Chrysler Airflite. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1971 Buick Riviera (617 Nm) has 276 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Chrysler Airflite. (341 Nm). This means 1971 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Chrysler Airflite.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Buick Riviera | 2003 Chrysler Airflite | |
| Make | Buick | Chrysler |
| Model | Riviera | Airflite |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7468 cc | 3518 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 311 HP | 253 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 617 Nm | 341 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2040 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 4840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2950 mm |
