1971 Buick Riviera vs. 2009 Hyundai Entourage
To start off, 2009 Hyundai Entourage 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 64 more horse power than 2009 Hyundai Entourage. (247 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Buick Riviera should accelerate faster than 2009 Hyundai Entourage.
Because 1971 Buick Riviera is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1971 Buick Riviera. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Hyundai Entourage, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 364 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Hyundai Entourage. (253 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1971 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Hyundai Entourage.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Buick Riviera | 2009 Hyundai Entourage | |
| Make | Buick | Hyundai |
| Model | Riviera | Entourage |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7468 cc | 3800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 311 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 617 Nm | 253 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 10.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1990 mm |
