1971 Buick Riviera vs. 2005 Renault Laguna
To start off, 2005 Renault Laguna 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 178 more horse power than 2005 Renault Laguna. (133 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Buick Riviera should accelerate faster than 2005 Renault Laguna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Buick Riviera weights approximately 730 kg more than 2005 Renault Laguna. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1971 Buick Riviera is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1971 Buick Riviera. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Renault Laguna, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 429 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Renault Laguna. (188 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1971 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Renault Laguna. 1971 Buick Riviera has automatic transmission and 2005 Renault Laguna has manual transmission. 2005 Renault Laguna 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 Renault Laguna | |
| Make | Buick | Renault |
| Model | Riviera | Laguna |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7468 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 311 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 617 Nm | 188 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2040 kg | 1310 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2630 mm |
