1971 Buick Riviera vs. 2006 Hummer H3
To start off, 2006 Hummer H3 is newer by 35 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 91 more horse power than 2006 Hummer H3. (220 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Buick Riviera should accelerate faster than 2006 Hummer H3.
Because 2006 Hummer H3 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, 2006 Hummer H3 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 @ 2600 RPM) has 312 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Hummer H3. (305 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1971 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Hummer H3.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Buick Riviera | 2006 Hummer H3 | |
| Make | Buick | Hummer |
| Model | Riviera | H3 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7468 cc | 3457 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 311 HP | 220 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 617 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2850 mm |
