1972 Buick Riviera vs. 1993 Rover 100
To start off, 1993 Rover 100 is newer by 21 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 148 more horse power than 1993 Rover 100. (102 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Buick Riviera should accelerate faster than 1993 Rover 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Buick Riviera weights approximately 1170 kg more than 1993 Rover 100. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 Buick Riviera (518 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 383 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Rover 100. (135 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1972 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Rover 100.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Buick Riviera | 1993 Rover 100 | |
Make | Buick | Rover |
Model | Riviera | 100 |
Year Released | 1972 | 1993 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7468 cc | 1396 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 250 HP | 102 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 518 Nm | 135 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2040 kg | 870 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5550 mm | 3530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1570 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1380 mm |