1971 Buick Riviera vs. 2011 Toyota Matrix
To start off, 2011 Toyota Matrix 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 179 more horse power than 2011 Toyota Matrix. (132 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Buick Riviera should accelerate faster than 2011 Toyota Matrix.
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 Toyota Matrix, 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 444 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Toyota Matrix. (173 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1971 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Toyota Matrix. 1971 Buick Riviera has automatic transmission and 2011 Toyota Matrix has manual transmission. 2011 Toyota Matrix 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 | 2011 Toyota Matrix | |
| Make | Buick | Toyota |
| Model | Riviera | Matrix |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7468 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 311 HP | 132 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 617 Nm | 173 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 4366 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1765 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1549 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2601 mm |
