1971 Buick Riviera vs. 2005 Toyota 4Runner
To start off, 2005 Toyota 4Runner 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 41 more horse power than 2005 Toyota 4Runner. (270 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Buick Riviera should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota 4Runner. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota 4Runner weights approximately 26 kg more than 1971 Buick Riviera.
Because 2005 Toyota 4Runner 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 Toyota 4Runner 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 183 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota 4Runner. (434 Nm). This means 1971 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota 4Runner.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Buick Riviera | 2005 Toyota 4Runner | |
| Make | Buick | Toyota |
| Model | Riviera | 4Runner |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7468 cc | 4671 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 311 HP | 270 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 617 Nm | 434 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2040 kg | 2066 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2730 mm |
