1971 Buick Riviera vs. 2010 Nissan Patrol
To start off, 2010 Nissan Patrol 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) has 31 more horse power than 2010 Nissan Patrol. (280 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Buick Riviera should accelerate faster than 2010 Nissan Patrol. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 745 kg more than 1971 Buick Riviera.
Because 2010 Nissan Patrol 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 Nissan Patrol 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) has 218 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Nissan Patrol. (399 Nm). This means 1971 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Nissan Patrol.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Buick Riviera | 2010 Nissan Patrol | |
| Make | Buick | Nissan |
| Model | Riviera | Patrol |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7468 cc | 4500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 311 HP | 280 HP |
| Torque | 617 Nm | 399 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2040 kg | 2785 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 5140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1995 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1940 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 3075 mm |
