1971 Buick Riviera vs. 2007 Ford Ranger
To start off, 2007 Ford Ranger 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 105 more horse power than 2007 Ford Ranger. (206 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Buick Riviera should accelerate faster than 2007 Ford Ranger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Buick Riviera weights approximately 225 kg more than 2007 Ford Ranger. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Ford Ranger 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, 2007 Ford Ranger 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 294 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Ford Ranger. (323 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1971 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Ford Ranger.
Compare all specifications:
1971 Buick Riviera | 2007 Ford Ranger | |
Make | Buick | Ford |
Model | Riviera | Ranger |
Year Released | 1971 | 2007 |
Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7468 cc | 4016 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 311 HP | 206 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 617 Nm | 323 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 9.7:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2040 kg | 1815 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 5150 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 3010 mm |