1974 Buick Riviera vs. 2000 Caterham C21
To start off, 2000 Caterham C21 is newer by 26 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 135 more horse power than 2000 Caterham C21. (115 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Buick Riviera should accelerate faster than 2000 Caterham C21. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Buick Riviera weights approximately 1390 kg more than 2000 Caterham C21. 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 373 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Caterham C21. (145 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1974 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Caterham C21. 1974 Buick Riviera has automatic transmission and 2000 Caterham C21 has manual transmission. 2000 Caterham C21 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1974 Buick Riviera will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Buick Riviera | 2000 Caterham C21 | |
| Make | Buick | Caterham |
| Model | Riviera | C21 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7468 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 250 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 518 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 2040 kg | 650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 3810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1060 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2260 mm |
