1972 Buick Riviera vs. 2005 Nissan Armada
To start off, 2005 Nissan Armada 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, 2005 Nissan Armada (305 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1972 Buick Riviera. (250 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Armada should accelerate faster than 1972 Buick Riviera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Armada weights approximately 467 kg more than 1972 Buick Riviera. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Nissan Armada 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, 2005 Nissan Armada 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, 2005 Nissan Armada (522 Nm) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Buick Riviera. (518 Nm). This means 2005 Nissan Armada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Buick Riviera.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Buick Riviera | 2005 Nissan Armada | |
| Make | Buick | Nissan |
| Model | Riviera | Armada |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7468 cc | 5556 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 250 HP | 305 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 518 Nm | 522 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2040 kg | 2507 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5550 mm | 5260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 2010 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 3140 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 106 L |
