1971 Buick Riviera vs. 2009 Nissan X-Trail
To start off, 2009 Nissan X-Trail 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 174 more horse power than 2009 Nissan X-Trail. (137 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Buick Riviera should accelerate faster than 2009 Nissan X-Trail.
Let's talk about torque, 1971 Buick Riviera (617 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 419 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Nissan X-Trail. (198 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1971 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Nissan X-Trail. 1971 Buick Riviera has automatic transmission and 2009 Nissan X-Trail has manual transmission. 2009 Nissan X-Trail will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1971 Buick Riviera will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1971 Buick Riviera | 2009 Nissan X-Trail | |
Make | Buick | Nissan |
Model | Riviera | X-Trail |
Year Released | 1971 | 2009 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7468 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 311 HP | 137 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 617 Nm | 198 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1690 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2640 mm |