1973 Buick Riviera vs. 2005 MCC Smart
To start off, 2005 MCC Smart is newer by 32 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 169 more horse power than 2005 MCC Smart. (81 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Buick Riviera should accelerate faster than 2005 MCC Smart. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Buick Riviera weights approximately 1220 kg more than 2005 MCC Smart. 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 @ 2800 RPM) has 406 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 MCC Smart. (112 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 1973 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 MCC Smart. 1973 Buick Riviera has automatic transmission and 2005 MCC Smart has manual transmission. 2005 MCC Smart will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1973 Buick Riviera will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Buick Riviera | 2005 MCC Smart | |
Make | Buick | MCC |
Model | Riviera | Smart |
Year Released | 1973 | 2005 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 7468 cc | 698 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 250 HP | 81 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 518 Nm | 112 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2040 kg | 820 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 3440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1200 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2370 mm |