1971 Buick Riviera vs. 2009 Chevrolet Suburban
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Suburban is newer by 38 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 1 more horse power than 2009 Chevrolet Suburban. (310 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Buick Riviera should accelerate faster than 2009 Chevrolet Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 160 kg more than 1971 Buick Riviera.
Because 2009 Chevrolet Suburban 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, 2009 Chevrolet Suburban 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 163 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Chevrolet Suburban. (454 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1971 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Chevrolet Suburban.
Compare all specifications:
1971 Buick Riviera | 2009 Chevrolet Suburban | |
Make | Buick | Chevrolet |
Model | Riviera | Suburban |
Year Released | 1971 | 2009 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7468 cc | 5300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 311 HP | 310 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 617 Nm | 454 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2040 kg | 2200 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 5660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1960 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 3310 mm |