1973 Buick Riviera vs. 2004 Chevrolet Corvette

To start off, 2004 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 31 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, 2004 Chevrolet Corvette (350 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 1973 Buick Riviera. (250 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1973 Buick Riviera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Buick Riviera weights approximately 525 kg more than 2004 Chevrolet Corvette.

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 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Chevrolet Corvette. (488 Nm). This means 1973 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Chevrolet Corvette.

Compare all specifications:

1973 Buick Riviera 2004 Chevrolet Corvette
Make Buick Chevrolet
Model Riviera Corvette
Year Released 1973 2004
Body Type Coupe Convertible
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 7468 cc 5736 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Horse Power 250 HP 350 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 518 Nm 488 Nm
Drive Type Rear Rear
Number of Seats 4 seats 2 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 2040 kg 1515 kg
Vehicle Length 5560 mm 4570 mm
Vehicle Width 2040 mm 1880 mm
Vehicle Height 1380 mm 1220 mm
Wheelbase Size 3110 mm 2630 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 95 L 68 L


 

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