1974 Buick Riviera vs. 1991 Plymouth Colt
To start off, 1991 Plymouth Colt is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Buick Riviera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Buick Riviera 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 136 more horse power than 1991 Plymouth Colt. (114 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Buick Riviera should accelerate faster than 1991 Plymouth Colt. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Buick Riviera weights approximately 705 kg more than 1991 Plymouth Colt. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1974 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 1974 Buick Riviera. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 Plymouth Colt, 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, 1974 Buick Riviera (518 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 334 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Plymouth Colt. (184 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1974 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Plymouth Colt.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Buick Riviera | 1991 Plymouth Colt | |
Make | Buick | Plymouth |
Model | Riviera | Colt |
Year Released | 1974 | 1991 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7468 cc | 2349 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 250 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 518 Nm | 184 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 2040 kg | 1335 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2530 mm |