1974 Buick Riviera vs. 1995 Ford Explorer
To start off, 1995 Ford Explorer is newer by 21 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 40 more horse power than 1995 Ford Explorer. (210 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Buick Riviera should accelerate faster than 1995 Ford Explorer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Buick Riviera weights approximately 130 kg more than 1995 Ford Explorer. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1974 Buick Riviera (518 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 186 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Ford Explorer. (332 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1974 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Ford Explorer.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Buick Riviera | 1995 Ford Explorer | |
Make | Buick | Ford |
Model | Riviera | Explorer |
Year Released | 1974 | 1995 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7468 cc | 3996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 250 HP | 210 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 518 Nm | 332 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2040 kg | 1910 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1840 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2840 mm |