1974 Buick Riviera vs. 2010 Honda Civic
To start off, 2010 Honda Civic is newer by 36 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) has 52 more horse power than 2010 Honda Civic. (198 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Buick Riviera should accelerate faster than 2010 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Buick Riviera weights approximately 773 kg more than 2010 Honda Civic. 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, 2010 Honda Civic, 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) has 325 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Honda Civic. (193 Nm). This means 1974 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Honda Civic. 1974 Buick Riviera has automatic transmission and 2010 Honda Civic has manual transmission. 2010 Honda Civic 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 | 2010 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Buick | Honda |
| Model | Riviera | Civic |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7468 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 250 HP | 198 HP |
| Torque | 518 Nm | 193 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2040 kg | 1267 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 4276 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1785 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1445 mm |
