1972 Buick Riviera vs. 1998 Dodge Ram
To start off, 1998 Dodge Ram is newer by 26 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 27 more horse power than 1998 Dodge Ram. (223 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Buick Riviera should accelerate faster than 1998 Dodge Ram. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Dodge Ram weights approximately 60 kg more than 1972 Buick Riviera.
Because 1998 Dodge Ram is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 Buick Riviera. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Dodge Ram will offer significantly more control. 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 119 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Dodge Ram. (399 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1972 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Dodge Ram. 1972 Buick Riviera has automatic transmission and 1998 Dodge Ram has manual transmission. 1998 Dodge Ram 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 | 1998 Dodge Ram | |
| Make | Buick | Dodge |
| Model | Riviera | Ram |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7468 cc | 5208 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 250 HP | 223 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 518 Nm | 399 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2040 kg | 2100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5550 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 2030 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2790 mm |
