1973 Buick Riviera vs. 2008 Honda Civic
To start off, 2008 Honda Civic is newer by 35 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 73 more horse power than 2008 Honda Civic. (177 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Buick Riviera should accelerate faster than 2008 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Buick Riviera weights approximately 790 kg more than 2008 Honda Civic. 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, 2008 Honda Civic, 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 @ 2800 RPM) has 363 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda Civic. (155 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1973 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Buick Riviera | 2008 Honda Civic | |
Make | Buick | Honda |
Model | Riviera | Civic |
Year Released | 1973 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7468 cc | 1667 cc |
Horse Power | 250 HP | 177 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 518 Nm | 155 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2040 kg | 1250 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 4940 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2690 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 45 L |