1971 Buick Riviera vs. 2005 Chevrolet Tracker
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Tracker is newer by 34 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 213 more horse power than 2005 Chevrolet Tracker. (98 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Buick Riviera should accelerate faster than 2005 Chevrolet Tracker.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 @ 2600 RPM) has 478 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chevrolet Tracker. (139 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1971 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Chevrolet Tracker. 1971 Buick Riviera has automatic transmission and 2005 Chevrolet Tracker has manual transmission. 2005 Chevrolet Tracker will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1971 Buick Riviera will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1971 Buick Riviera | 2005 Chevrolet Tracker | |
Make | Buick | Chevrolet |
Model | Riviera | Tracker |
Year Released | 1971 | 2005 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7468 cc | 1590 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 311 HP | 98 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 617 Nm | 139 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 3860 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2210 mm |