1973 Buick Riviera vs. 2008 Volkswagen Jetta
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Jetta 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 80 more horse power than 2008 Volkswagen Jetta. (170 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Buick Riviera should accelerate faster than 2008 Volkswagen Jetta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Buick Riviera weights approximately 690 kg more than 2008 Volkswagen Jetta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Volkswagen Jetta 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, 2008 Volkswagen Jetta 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 278 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Volkswagen Jetta. (240 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1973 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Volkswagen Jetta.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Buick Riviera | 2008 Volkswagen Jetta | |
Make | Buick | Volkswagen |
Model | Riviera | Jetta |
Year Released | 1973 | 2008 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7468 cc | 2480 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 250 HP | 170 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 518 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2040 kg | 1350 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 4560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 55 L |