1974 Buick Riviera vs. 1970 Dodge Challenger
To start off, 1974 Buick Riviera is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Dodge Challenger. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Dodge Challenger would be higher. At 7,468 cc (6 cylinders), 1974 Buick Riviera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Buick Riviera (250 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 127 more horse power than 1970 Dodge Challenger. (123 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Buick Riviera should accelerate faster than 1970 Dodge Challenger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Buick Riviera weights approximately 570 kg more than 1970 Dodge Challenger. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1974 Buick Riviera (518 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 285 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Dodge Challenger. (233 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1974 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Dodge Challenger.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Buick Riviera | 1970 Dodge Challenger | |
Make | Buick | Dodge |
Model | Riviera | Challenger |
Year Released | 1974 | 1970 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7468 cc | 3687 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 250 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 518 Nm | 233 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2040 kg | 1470 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 4870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1940 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2800 mm |