1974 Buick Riviera vs. 2004 Opel Zafira
To start off, 2004 Opel Zafira 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, 1974 Buick Riviera (250 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 151 more horse power than 2004 Opel Zafira. (99 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Buick Riviera should accelerate faster than 2004 Opel Zafira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Buick Riviera weights approximately 647 kg more than 2004 Opel Zafira. 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, 2004 Opel Zafira, 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 378 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Opel Zafira. (140 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1974 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Opel Zafira. 1974 Buick Riviera has automatic transmission and 2004 Opel Zafira has manual transmission. 2004 Opel Zafira 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.
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1974 Buick Riviera | 2004 Opel Zafira | |
Make | Buick | Opel |
Model | Riviera | Zafira |
Year Released | 1974 | 2004 |
Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7468 cc | 1596 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 250 HP | 99 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 518 Nm | 140 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2040 kg | 1393 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1640 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 58 L |