1971 Buick Riviera vs. 2004 Ford Excursion
To start off, 2004 Ford Excursion 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 1 more horse power than 2004 Ford Excursion. (310 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Buick Riviera should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Excursion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Excursion weights approximately 1221 kg more than 1971 Buick Riviera.
Because 2004 Ford Excursion is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1971 Buick Riviera. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Ford Excursion will offer significantly more control. 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 41 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Excursion. (576 Nm). This means 1971 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Excursion.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Buick Riviera | 2004 Ford Excursion | |
| Make | Buick | Ford |
| Model | Riviera | Excursion |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7468 cc | 6801 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 311 HP | 310 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 617 Nm | 576 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2040 kg | 3261 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 5760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 2050 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 3490 mm |
