1973 Buick Riviera vs. 2010 Chevrolet Captiva
To start off, 2010 Chevrolet Captiva is newer by 37 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 102 more horse power than 2010 Chevrolet Captiva. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Buick Riviera should accelerate faster than 2010 Chevrolet Captiva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Buick Riviera weights approximately 195 kg more than 2010 Chevrolet Captiva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Chevrolet Captiva 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, 2010 Chevrolet Captiva 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 198 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Chevrolet Captiva. (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1973 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Chevrolet Captiva. 1973 Buick Riviera has automatic transmission and 2010 Chevrolet Captiva has manual transmission. 2010 Chevrolet Captiva will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1973 Buick Riviera will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1973 Buick Riviera | 2010 Chevrolet Captiva | |
Make | Buick | Chevrolet |
Model | Riviera | Captiva |
Year Released | 1973 | 2010 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7468 cc | 1990 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 250 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 518 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2040 kg | 1845 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 65 L |