1971 Buick Riviera vs. 2008 Holden Caprice
To start off, 2008 Holden Caprice 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, 2008 Holden Caprice (344 HP) has 33 more horse power than 1971 Buick Riviera. (311 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Holden Caprice should accelerate faster than 1971 Buick Riviera.
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 87 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Holden Caprice. (530 Nm). This means 1971 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Holden Caprice.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Buick Riviera | 2008 Holden Caprice | |
| Make | Buick | Holden |
| Model | Riviera | Caprice |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7468 cc | 6000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 311 HP | 344 HP |
| Torque | 617 Nm | 530 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
