1971 Buick Riviera vs. 2005 Nissan Titan
To start off, 2005 Nissan Titan 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 6 more horse power than 2005 Nissan Titan. (305 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Buick Riviera should accelerate faster than 2005 Nissan Titan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Titan weights approximately 276 kg more than 1971 Buick Riviera.
Because 2005 Nissan Titan 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 Nissan Titan 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 103 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Nissan Titan. (514 Nm). This means 1971 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Nissan Titan.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Buick Riviera | 2005 Nissan Titan | |
| Make | Buick | Nissan |
| Model | Riviera | Titan |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7468 cc | 5556 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 311 HP | 305 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 617 Nm | 514 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2040 kg | 2316 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 5700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 3560 mm |
