1973 Buick Riviera vs. 2004 Honda Element
To start off, 2004 Honda Element 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, 1973 Buick Riviera (250 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 2004 Honda Element. (160 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Buick Riviera should accelerate faster than 2004 Honda Element. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Buick Riviera weights approximately 529 kg more than 2004 Honda Element. 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, 2004 Honda Element, 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 300 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Honda Element. (218 Nm). This means 1973 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Honda Element.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Buick Riviera | 2004 Honda Element | |
Make | Buick | Honda |
Model | Riviera | Element |
Year Released | 1973 | 2004 |
Body Type | Coupe | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7468 cc | 2360 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 250 HP | 160 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 518 Nm | 218 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2040 kg | 1511 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1790 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 60 L |