1974 Buick Riviera vs. 2003 GMC Yukon
To start off, 2003 GMC Yukon is newer by 29 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 8,131 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 GMC Yukon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 GMC Yukon (335 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1974 Buick Riviera. (250 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 GMC Yukon should accelerate faster than 1974 Buick Riviera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 GMC Yukon weights approximately 450 kg more than 1974 Buick Riviera. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 GMC Yukon 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, 2003 GMC Yukon 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, 2003 GMC Yukon (618 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Buick Riviera. (518 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2003 GMC Yukon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Buick Riviera.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Buick Riviera | 2003 GMC Yukon | |
| Make | Buick | GMC |
| Model | Riviera | Yukon |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7468 cc | 8131 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 250 HP | 335 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 518 Nm | 618 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2040 kg | 2490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 5060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2950 mm |
