1972 Buick Riviera vs. 2005 Ford Explorer
To start off, 2005 Ford Explorer is newer by 33 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 40 more horse power than 2005 Ford Explorer. (210 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Buick Riviera should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Explorer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Buick Riviera weights approximately 760 kg more than 2005 Ford Explorer. 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) has 188 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Explorer. (330 Nm). This means 1972 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Explorer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Buick Riviera | 2005 Ford Explorer | |
| Make | Buick | Ford |
| Model | Riviera | Explorer |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7468 cc | 4014 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 250 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 518 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2040 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5550 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2870 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 85 L |
