1974 Buick Riviera vs. 2004 Hummer H2
To start off, 2004 Hummer H2 is newer by 30 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, 2004 Hummer H2 (321 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1974 Buick Riviera. (250 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Hummer H2 should accelerate faster than 1974 Buick Riviera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Hummer H2 weights approximately 865 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 2004 Hummer H2 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, 2004 Hummer H2 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, 2004 Hummer H2 (522 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Buick Riviera. (518 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2004 Hummer H2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Buick Riviera.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Buick Riviera | 2004 Hummer H2 | |
| Make | Buick | Hummer |
| Model | Riviera | H2 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7468 cc | 5965 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 250 HP | 321 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 518 Nm | 522 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2040 kg | 2905 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 2070 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 2020 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 3130 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 121 L |
