1971 Buick Riviera vs. 2011 Nissan Titan
To start off, 2011 Nissan Titan 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, 2011 Nissan Titan (317 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1971 Buick Riviera. (311 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Nissan Titan should accelerate faster than 1971 Buick Riviera.
Because 2011 Nissan Titan is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1971 Buick Riviera. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Nissan Titan 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 95 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Nissan Titan. (522 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1971 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Nissan Titan.
Compare all specifications:
1971 Buick Riviera | 2011 Nissan Titan | |
Make | Buick | Nissan |
Model | Riviera | Titan |
Year Released | 1971 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7468 cc | 5551 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 311 HP | 317 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 617 Nm | 522 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 9.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 5710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1950 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 3560 mm |