1971 Buick Riviera vs. 2004 Chevrolet Express
To start off, 2004 Chevrolet Express is newer by 33 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 11 more horse power than 2004 Chevrolet Express. (300 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Buick Riviera should accelerate faster than 2004 Chevrolet Express. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 634 kg more than 1971 Buick Riviera.
Let's talk about torque, 1971 Buick Riviera (617 Nm) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Chevrolet Express. (488 Nm). This means 1971 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Chevrolet Express.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Buick Riviera | 2004 Chevrolet Express | |
| Make | Buick | Chevrolet |
| Model | Riviera | Express |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7468 cc | 5998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 311 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 617 Nm | 488 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2040 kg | 2674 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 5700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 2080 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 3440 mm |
