1973 Buick Riviera vs. 1971 Renault 15
To start off, 1973 Buick Riviera is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Renault 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Renault 15 would be higher. At 7,468 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Buick Riviera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Buick Riviera (250 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 191 more horse power than 1971 Renault 15. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Buick Riviera should accelerate faster than 1971 Renault 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Buick Riviera weights approximately 1075 kg more than 1971 Renault 15. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1973 Buick Riviera (518 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 420 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Renault 15. (98 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1973 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Renault 15.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Buick Riviera | 1971 Renault 15 | |
Make | Buick | Renault |
Model | Riviera | 15 |
Year Released | 1973 | 1971 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7468 cc | 1289 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 250 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 518 Nm | 98 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2040 kg | 965 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 4270 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2440 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 55 L |