1971 Buick Riviera vs. 2008 Ford Taurus X
To start off, 2008 Ford Taurus X is newer by 37 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 48 more horse power than 2008 Ford Taurus X. (263 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Buick Riviera should accelerate faster than 2008 Ford Taurus X. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Buick Riviera weights approximately 933 kg more than 2008 Ford Taurus X. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Ford Taurus X 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, 2008 Ford Taurus X 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 279 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Ford Taurus X. (338 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1971 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Ford Taurus X.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Buick Riviera | 2008 Ford Taurus X | |
| Make | Buick | Ford |
| Model | Riviera | Taurus X |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7468 cc | 3494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 311 HP | 263 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 617 Nm | 338 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2040 kg | 1107 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 5090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2870 mm |
