1973 Buick Riviera vs. 2001 Chrysler Cirrus
To start off, 2001 Chrysler Cirrus is newer by 28 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, 2001 Chrysler Cirrus (252 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1973 Buick Riviera. (250 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Chrysler Cirrus should accelerate faster than 1973 Buick Riviera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Buick Riviera weights approximately 420 kg more than 2001 Chrysler Cirrus.
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, 2001 Chrysler Cirrus, 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 287 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Chrysler Cirrus. (231 Nm). This means 1973 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Chrysler Cirrus.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Buick Riviera | 2001 Chrysler Cirrus | |
| Make | Buick | Chrysler |
| Model | Riviera | Cirrus |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7468 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 250 HP | 252 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 518 Nm | 231 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2040 kg | 1620 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 100 L |
