1972 Buick Riviera vs. 2012 Chevrolet Captiva
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Captiva is newer by 40 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) has 85 more horse power than 2012 Chevrolet Captiva. (165 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Buick Riviera should accelerate faster than 2012 Chevrolet Captiva.
Because 2012 Chevrolet Captiva 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, 2012 Chevrolet Captiva 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 288 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Chevrolet Captiva. (230 Nm). This means 1972 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Chevrolet Captiva.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Buick Riviera | 2012 Chevrolet Captiva | |
| Make | Buick | Chevrolet |
| Model | Riviera | Captiva |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7468 cc | 2384 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 250 HP | 165 HP |
| Torque | 518 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5550 mm | 4673 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1849 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1756 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2707 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 65 L |
