1971 Buick Riviera vs. 2011 Dodge Journey
To start off, 2011 Dodge Journey is newer by 40 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 28 more horse power than 2011 Dodge Journey. (283 HP @ 6350 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Buick Riviera should accelerate faster than 2011 Dodge Journey.
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, 2011 Dodge Journey, 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 265 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Dodge Journey. (352 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1971 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Dodge Journey.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Buick Riviera | 2011 Dodge Journey | |
| Make | Buick | Dodge |
| Model | Riviera | Journey |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7468 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 311 HP | 283 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6350 RPM |
| Torque | 617 Nm | 352 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 4887 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1834 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2891 mm |
