1972 Buick Riviera vs. 2003 Ford Expedition
To start off, 2003 Ford Expedition is newer by 31 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 12 more horse power than 2003 Ford Expedition. (238 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Buick Riviera should accelerate faster than 2003 Ford Expedition. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Ford Expedition weights approximately 320 kg more than 1972 Buick Riviera.
Because 2003 Ford Expedition 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, 2003 Ford Expedition 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 121 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Ford Expedition. (397 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1972 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Ford Expedition.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Buick Riviera | 2003 Ford Expedition | |
Make | Buick | Ford |
Model | Riviera | Expedition |
Year Released | 1972 | 2003 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7468 cc | 4603 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 250 HP | 238 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Torque | 518 Nm | 397 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 9 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2040 kg | 2360 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5550 mm | 5200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 2000 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1950 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 3030 mm |