1973 Buick Riviera vs. 2002 Suzuki F1
To start off, 2002 Suzuki F1 is newer by 29 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 183 more horse power than 2002 Suzuki F1. (67 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Buick Riviera should accelerate faster than 2002 Suzuki F1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Buick Riviera weights approximately 570 kg more than 2002 Suzuki F1. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 412 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Suzuki F1. (106 Nm). This means 1973 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Suzuki F1.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Buick Riviera | 2002 Suzuki F1 | |
| Make | Buick | Suzuki |
| Model | Riviera | F1 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 7468 cc | 1995 cc |
| Horse Power | 250 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 518 Nm | 106 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2040 kg | 1470 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 45 L |
