1973 Buick Riviera vs. 2006 Hummer H1
To start off, 2006 Hummer H1 is newer by 33 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, 2006 Hummer H1 (300 HP) has 50 more horse power than 1973 Buick Riviera. (250 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Hummer H1 should accelerate faster than 1973 Buick Riviera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Hummer H1 weights approximately 864 kg more than 1973 Buick Riviera. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Hummer H1 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, 2006 Hummer H1 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, 2006 Hummer H1 (705 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 187 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Buick Riviera. (518 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2006 Hummer H1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Buick Riviera.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Buick Riviera | 2006 Hummer H1 | |
| Make | Buick | Hummer |
| Model | Riviera | H1 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7468 cc | 6604 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 250 HP | 300 HP |
| Torque | 518 Nm | 705 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2040 kg | 2904 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 2200 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1960 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 3310 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 195 L |
