1973 Buick Riviera vs. 1998 Dodge Stealth
To start off, 1998 Dodge Stealth is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Buick Riviera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Buick Riviera would be higher. At 7,468 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Buick Riviera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Dodge Stealth (282 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1973 Buick Riviera. (250 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Dodge Stealth should accelerate faster than 1973 Buick Riviera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Buick Riviera weights approximately 310 kg more than 1998 Dodge Stealth.
Because 1998 Dodge Stealth is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1973 Buick Riviera. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Dodge Stealth 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, 1973 Buick Riviera (518 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Dodge Stealth. (428 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1973 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Dodge Stealth. 1973 Buick Riviera has automatic transmission and 1998 Dodge Stealth has manual transmission. 1998 Dodge Stealth will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1973 Buick Riviera will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Buick Riviera | 1998 Dodge Stealth | |
Make | Buick | Dodge |
Model | Riviera | Stealth |
Year Released | 1973 | 1998 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7468 cc | 2971 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 250 HP | 282 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 518 Nm | 428 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2040 kg | 1730 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2480 mm |