1972 Buick Riviera vs. 1990 Vauxhall Nova
To start off, 1990 Vauxhall Nova is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Buick Riviera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Buick Riviera 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 179 more horse power than 1990 Vauxhall Nova. (71 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Buick Riviera should accelerate faster than 1990 Vauxhall Nova. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Buick Riviera weights approximately 1255 kg more than 1990 Vauxhall Nova. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1972 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 1972 Buick Riviera. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Vauxhall Nova, 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, 1972 Buick Riviera (518 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 410 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Vauxhall Nova. (108 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1972 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Vauxhall Nova. 1972 Buick Riviera has automatic transmission and 1990 Vauxhall Nova has manual transmission. 1990 Vauxhall Nova 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 | 1990 Vauxhall Nova | |
Make | Buick | Vauxhall |
Model | Riviera | Nova |
Year Released | 1972 | 1990 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7468 cc | 1389 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 250 HP | 71 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 518 Nm | 108 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 2040 kg | 785 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5550 mm | 3960 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1550 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2350 mm |