1971 Buick Riviera vs. 2007 GMC Yukon
To start off, 2007 GMC Yukon 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 8 more horse power than 2007 GMC Yukon. (303 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Buick Riviera should accelerate faster than 2007 GMC Yukon.
Because 2007 GMC Yukon 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 GMC Yukon 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 170 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 GMC Yukon. (447 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1971 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 GMC Yukon.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Buick Riviera | 2007 GMC Yukon | |
| Make | Buick | GMC |
| Model | Riviera | Yukon |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7468 cc | 5326 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 311 HP | 303 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 617 Nm | 447 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 9.9:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2880 mm |
