1974 Buick Riviera vs. 2009 Nissan Livina
To start off, 2009 Nissan Livina is newer by 35 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 142 more horse power than 2009 Nissan Livina. (108 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Buick Riviera should accelerate faster than 2009 Nissan Livina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Buick Riviera weights approximately 711 kg more than 2009 Nissan Livina. 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, 2009 Nissan Livina, 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 365 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Nissan Livina. (153 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1974 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Nissan Livina. 1974 Buick Riviera has automatic transmission and 2009 Nissan Livina has manual transmission. 2009 Nissan Livina 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 | 2009 Nissan Livina | |
| Make | Buick | Nissan |
| Model | Riviera | Livina |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7468 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 250 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 518 Nm | 153 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2040 kg | 1329 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 52 L |
