1972 Buick Riviera vs. 2012 Renault Koleos
To start off, 2012 Renault Koleos 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 102 more horse power than 2012 Renault Koleos. (148 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Buick Riviera should accelerate faster than 2012 Renault Koleos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Buick Riviera weights approximately 390 kg more than 2012 Renault Koleos. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Renault Koleos 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 Renault Koleos 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 198 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Renault Koleos. (320 Nm). This means 1972 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Renault Koleos.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Buick Riviera | 2012 Renault Koleos | |
| Make | Buick | Renault |
| Model | Riviera | Koleos |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7468 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 250 HP | 148 HP |
| Torque | 518 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| 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 | 1650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5550 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1855 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1695 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2690 mm |
