1971 Buick Riviera vs. 2007 Holden Caprice
To start off, 2007 Holden Caprice 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) has 33 more horse power than 2007 Holden Caprice. (278 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Buick Riviera should accelerate faster than 2007 Holden Caprice.
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) has 267 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Holden Caprice. (350 Nm). This means 1971 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Holden Caprice.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Buick Riviera | 2007 Holden Caprice | |
| Make | Buick | Holden |
| Model | Riviera | Caprice |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7468 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 311 HP | 278 HP |
| Torque | 617 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
