1971 Buick Riviera vs. 2004 Proton Gen-2
To start off, 2004 Proton Gen-2 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 202 more horse power than 2004 Proton Gen-2. (109 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Buick Riviera should accelerate faster than 2004 Proton Gen-2.
Let's talk about torque, 1971 Buick Riviera (617 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 469 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Proton Gen-2. (148 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1971 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Proton Gen-2.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Buick Riviera | 2004 Proton Gen-2 | |
| Make | Buick | Proton |
| Model | Riviera | Gen-2 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Size | 7468 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 311 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 617 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2610 mm |
