1974 Buick Riviera vs. 1997 Holden Nova
To start off, 1997 Holden Nova is newer by 23 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 145 more horse power than 1997 Holden Nova. (105 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Buick Riviera should accelerate faster than 1997 Holden Nova. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Buick Riviera weights approximately 950 kg more than 1997 Holden Nova. 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, 1997 Holden Nova, 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 383 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Holden Nova. (135 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1974 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Holden Nova.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Buick Riviera | 1997 Holden Nova | |
Make | Buick | Holden |
Model | Riviera | Nova |
Year Released | 1974 | 1997 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7468 cc | 1587 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 250 HP | 105 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 518 Nm | 135 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 2040 kg | 1090 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 4280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2470 mm |