1974 Buick Riviera vs. 2001 Daihatsu U4 B
To start off, 2001 Daihatsu U4 B is newer by 27 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 188 more horse power than 2001 Daihatsu U4 B. (62 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Buick Riviera should accelerate faster than 2001 Daihatsu U4 B. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Buick Riviera weights approximately 1220 kg more than 2001 Daihatsu U4 B. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Daihatsu U4 B is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1974 Buick Riviera. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Daihatsu U4 B will offer significantly more control. 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 410 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Daihatsu U4 B. (108 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1974 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Daihatsu U4 B.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Buick Riviera | 2001 Daihatsu U4 B | |
Make | Buick | Daihatsu |
Model | Riviera | U4 B |
Year Released | 1974 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7468 cc | 660 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 250 HP | 62 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 518 Nm | 108 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2040 kg | 820 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 3400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1480 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1580 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2370 mm |