1971 Buick Riviera vs. 2005 Jeep Wrangler
To start off, 2005 Jeep Wrangler 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 170 more horse power than 2005 Jeep Wrangler. (141 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Buick Riviera should accelerate faster than 2005 Jeep Wrangler. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Buick Riviera weights approximately 589 kg more than 2005 Jeep Wrangler. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Jeep Wrangler 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, 2005 Jeep Wrangler 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 393 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Jeep Wrangler. (224 Nm). This means 1971 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Jeep Wrangler.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Buick Riviera | 2005 Jeep Wrangler | |
| Make | Buick | Jeep |
| Model | Riviera | Wrangler |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7468 cc | 2425 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 311 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 617 Nm | 224 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2040 kg | 1451 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2380 mm |
