1974 Buick Riviera vs. 2011 Chevrolet Express
To start off, 2011 Chevrolet Express is newer by 37 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, 2011 Chevrolet Express (260 HP @ 3100 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1974 Buick Riviera. (250 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 1974 Buick Riviera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 392 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.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2011 Chevrolet Express (711 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 193 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Buick Riviera. (518 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2011 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Buick Riviera.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Buick Riviera | 2011 Chevrolet Express | |
Make | Buick | Chevrolet |
Model | Riviera | Express |
Year Released | 1974 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7468 cc | 6600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 250 HP | 260 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3100 RPM |
Torque | 518 Nm | 711 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 2040 kg | 2432 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 5692 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 2012 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 2070 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 3429 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 117 L |