1973 Buick Riviera vs. 2001 Holden Cruze
To start off, 2001 Holden Cruze 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, 1973 Buick Riviera (250 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 178 more horse power than 2001 Holden Cruze. (72 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Buick Riviera should accelerate faster than 2001 Holden Cruze. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Buick Riviera weights approximately 1055 kg more than 2001 Holden Cruze. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Holden Cruze 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, 2001 Holden Cruze 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 380 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Holden Cruze. (138 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1973 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Holden Cruze.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Buick Riviera | 2001 Holden Cruze | |
Make | Buick | Holden |
Model | Riviera | Cruze |
Year Released | 1973 | 2001 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7468 cc | 1490 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 250 HP | 72 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 518 Nm | 138 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2040 kg | 985 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 3630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2370 mm |