1971 Buick Riviera vs. 2007 Chrysler Aspen
To start off, 2007 Chrysler Aspen is newer by 36 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 76 more horse power than 2007 Chrysler Aspen. (235 HP @ 4700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Buick Riviera should accelerate faster than 2007 Chrysler Aspen.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 210 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Chrysler Aspen. (407 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1971 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Chrysler Aspen.
Compare all specifications:
1971 Buick Riviera | 2007 Chrysler Aspen | |
Make | Buick | Chrysler |
Model | Riviera | Aspen |
Year Released | 1971 | 2007 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7468 cc | 4699 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 311 HP | 235 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Torque | 617 Nm | 407 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 9.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 5140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1940 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1880 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 3030 mm |