1971 Buick Riviera vs. 2006 Isuzu I-280
To start off, 2006 Isuzu I-280 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 136 more horse power than 2006 Isuzu I-280. (175 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Buick Riviera should accelerate faster than 2006 Isuzu I-280.
Let's talk about torque, 1971 Buick Riviera (617 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 366 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Isuzu I-280. (251 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1971 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Isuzu I-280.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Buick Riviera | 2006 Isuzu I-280 | |
| Make | Buick | Isuzu |
| Model | Riviera | I-280 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7468 cc | 2770 cc |
| Horse Power | 311 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 617 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 5270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 3200 mm |
