1972 Buick Riviera vs. 2010 Chevrolet Express
To start off, 2010 Chevrolet Express is newer by 38 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, both vehicles can yield 250 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 433 kg more than 1972 Buick Riviera.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2010 Chevrolet Express (677 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 159 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Buick Riviera. (518 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2010 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Buick Riviera.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Buick Riviera | 2010 Chevrolet Express | |
Make | Buick | Chevrolet |
Model | Riviera | Express |
Year Released | 1972 | 2010 |
Body Type | Coupe | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7468 cc | 6600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 250 HP | 250 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3100 RPM |
Torque | 518 Nm | 677 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2040 kg | 2473 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5550 mm | 5692 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 2017 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 2073 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 3429 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 117 L |