1973 Buick Riviera vs. 1999 Ford 021 C
To start off, 1999 Ford 021 C is newer by 26 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, 1973 Buick Riviera (250 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 150 more horse power than 1999 Ford 021 C. (100 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Buick Riviera should accelerate faster than 1999 Ford 021 C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Buick Riviera weights approximately 742 kg more than 1999 Ford 021 C. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1973 Buick Riviera is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1973 Buick Riviera. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Ford 021 C, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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) has 372 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Ford 021 C. (146 Nm). This means 1973 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Ford 021 C.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Buick Riviera | 1999 Ford 021 C | |
| Make | Buick | Ford |
| Model | Riviera | 021 C |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7468 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 250 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 518 Nm | 146 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2040 kg | 1298 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 3610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 132 L |
