1973 Buick Riviera vs. 2007 GMC Canyon
To start off, 2007 GMC Canyon is newer by 34 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 8 more horse power than 2007 GMC Canyon. (242 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Buick Riviera should accelerate faster than 2007 GMC Canyon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Buick Riviera weights approximately 146 kg more than 2007 GMC Canyon. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 GMC Canyon 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, 2007 GMC Canyon 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 190 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 GMC Canyon. (328 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1973 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 GMC Canyon.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Buick Riviera | 2007 GMC Canyon | |
Make | Buick | GMC |
Model | Riviera | Canyon |
Year Released | 1973 | 2007 |
Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7468 cc | 3700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 250 HP | 242 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 518 Nm | 328 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2040 kg | 1894 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 5270 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 3210 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 72 L |