1971 Buick Riviera vs. 2010 Acura MDX
To start off, 2010 Acura MDX is newer by 39 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 11 more horse power than 2010 Acura MDX. (300 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Buick Riviera should accelerate faster than 2010 Acura MDX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Acura MDX weights approximately 24 kg more than 1971 Buick Riviera.
Because 2010 Acura MDX is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1971 Buick Riviera. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Acura MDX 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 251 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Acura MDX. (366 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1971 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Acura MDX.
Compare all specifications:
1971 Buick Riviera | 2010 Acura MDX | |
Make | Buick | Acura |
Model | Riviera | MDX |
Year Released | 1971 | 2010 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7468 cc | 3700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 311 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 617 Nm | 366 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2040 kg | 2064 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 4867 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1994 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1732 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2751 mm |