1972 Buick Riviera vs. 1969 Volkswagen 1302
To start off, 1972 Buick Riviera is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Volkswagen 1302. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Volkswagen 1302 would be higher. At 7,468 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Buick Riviera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Buick Riviera (250 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 216 more horse power than 1969 Volkswagen 1302. (34 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Buick Riviera should accelerate faster than 1969 Volkswagen 1302. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Buick Riviera weights approximately 1290 kg more than 1969 Volkswagen 1302. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1972 Buick Riviera (518 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 434 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Volkswagen 1302. (84 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1972 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Volkswagen 1302. 1972 Buick Riviera has automatic transmission and 1969 Volkswagen 1302 has manual transmission. 1969 Volkswagen 1302 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1972 Buick Riviera will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Buick Riviera | 1969 Volkswagen 1302 | |
Make | Buick | Volkswagen |
Model | Riviera | 1302 |
Year Released | 1972 | 1969 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 7468 cc | 1192 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 250 HP | 34 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 518 Nm | 84 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2040 kg | 750 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5550 mm | 4070 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2410 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 40 L |