1973 Buick Riviera vs. 2000 Saturn SC
To start off, 2000 Saturn SC 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 150 more horse power than 2000 Saturn SC. (100 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Buick Riviera should accelerate faster than 2000 Saturn SC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Buick Riviera weights approximately 970 kg more than 2000 Saturn SC. 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, 2000 Saturn SC, 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 @ 2800 RPM) has 364 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Saturn SC. (154 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1973 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Saturn SC.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Buick Riviera | 2000 Saturn SC | |
Make | Buick | Saturn |
Model | Riviera | SC |
Year Released | 1973 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7468 cc | 1901 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 250 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 518 Nm | 154 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2040 kg | 1070 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 4590 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 60 L |