1971 Buick Riviera vs. 2013 Dodge GRAND CARAVAN
To start off, 2013 Dodge GRAND CARAVAN is newer by 42 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 32 more horse power than 2013 Dodge GRAND CARAVAN. (279 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Buick Riviera should accelerate faster than 2013 Dodge GRAND CARAVAN. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Dodge GRAND CARAVAN weights approximately 10 kg more than 1971 Buick Riviera.
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, 2013 Dodge GRAND CARAVAN, 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 264 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Dodge GRAND CARAVAN. (353 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1971 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Dodge GRAND CARAVAN.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Buick Riviera | 2013 Dodge GRAND CARAVAN | |
| Make | Buick | Dodge |
| Model | Riviera | GRAND CARAVAN |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7468 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 311 HP | 279 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 617 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2040 kg | 2050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 5151 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 2247 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1725 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 3078 mm |
