1971 Buick Riviera vs. 2004 Dodge Grand Caravan
To start off, 2004 Dodge Grand Caravan 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 95 more horse power than 2004 Dodge Grand Caravan. (216 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Buick Riviera should accelerate faster than 2004 Dodge Grand Caravan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Buick Riviera weights approximately 193 kg more than 2004 Dodge Grand Caravan. 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, 2004 Dodge Grand Caravan, 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) has 285 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Dodge Grand Caravan. (332 Nm). This means 1971 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Dodge Grand Caravan.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Buick Riviera | 2004 Dodge Grand Caravan | |
| Make | Buick | Dodge |
| Model | Riviera | Grand Caravan |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7468 cc | 3786 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 311 HP | 216 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 617 Nm | 332 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2040 kg | 1847 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 5100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 3040 mm |
