1973 Buick Riviera vs. 2005 Volvo XC90
To start off, 2005 Volvo XC90 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, 2005 Volvo XC90 (268 HP) has 18 more horse power than 1973 Buick Riviera. (250 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volvo XC90 should accelerate faster than 1973 Buick Riviera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Buick Riviera weights approximately 22 kg more than 2005 Volvo XC90.
Because 2005 Volvo XC90 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, 2005 Volvo XC90 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 138 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Volvo XC90. (380 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1973 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Volvo XC90.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Buick Riviera | 2005 Volvo XC90 | |
| Make | Buick | Volvo |
| Model | Riviera | XC90 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7468 cc | 2917 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 250 HP | 268 HP |
| Torque | 518 Nm | 380 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| 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 | 2018 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 72 L |
