1972 Buick Riviera vs. 2004 Honda CR-V
To start off, 2004 Honda CR-V is newer by 32 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 90 more horse power than 2004 Honda CR-V. (160 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Buick Riviera should accelerate faster than 2004 Honda CR-V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Buick Riviera weights approximately 522 kg more than 2004 Honda CR-V. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Honda CR-V 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, 2004 Honda CR-V 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) has 298 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Honda CR-V. (220 Nm). This means 1972 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Honda CR-V.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Buick Riviera | 2004 Honda CR-V | |
Make | Buick | Honda |
Model | Riviera | CR-V |
Year Released | 1972 | 2004 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7468 cc | 2360 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 250 HP | 160 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 518 Nm | 220 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2040 kg | 1518 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5550 mm | 4540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1690 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 58 L |