1973 Buick Riviera vs. 2000 Daihatsu YRV
To start off, 2000 Daihatsu YRV is newer by 27 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 165 more horse power than 2000 Daihatsu YRV. (85 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Buick Riviera should accelerate faster than 2000 Daihatsu YRV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Buick Riviera weights approximately 1150 kg more than 2000 Daihatsu YRV. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Daihatsu YRV 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, 2000 Daihatsu YRV 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 398 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Daihatsu YRV. (120 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1973 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Daihatsu YRV.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Buick Riviera | 2000 Daihatsu YRV | |
Make | Buick | Daihatsu |
Model | Riviera | YRV |
Year Released | 1973 | 2000 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7468 cc | 1298 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 250 HP | 85 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 518 Nm | 120 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2040 kg | 890 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 3770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1560 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2360 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 36 L |