1971 Buick Riviera vs. 2007 Volvo XC90
To start off, 2007 Volvo XC90 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, both vehicles can yield 311 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volvo XC90 weights approximately 148 kg more than 1971 Buick Riviera.
Because 2007 Volvo XC90 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 Volvo XC90 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 176 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Volvo XC90. (441 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 1971 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Volvo XC90.
Compare all specifications:
1971 Buick Riviera | 2007 Volvo XC90 | |
Make | Buick | Volvo |
Model | Riviera | XC90 |
Year Released | 1971 | 2007 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7468 cc | 4414 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 311 HP | 311 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5850 RPM |
Torque | 617 Nm | 441 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2040 kg | 2188 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 4810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1790 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2870 mm |