1974 Buick Riviera vs. 2012 Renault Symbol
To start off, 2012 Renault Symbol is newer by 38 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 176 more horse power than 2012 Renault Symbol. (74 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Buick Riviera should accelerate faster than 2012 Renault Symbol. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Buick Riviera weights approximately 1040 kg more than 2012 Renault Symbol. 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, 2012 Renault Symbol, 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 413 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Renault Symbol. (105 Nm). This means 1974 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Renault Symbol. 1974 Buick Riviera has automatic transmission and 2012 Renault Symbol has manual transmission. 2012 Renault Symbol 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 | 2012 Renault Symbol | |
| Make | Buick | Renault |
| Model | Riviera | Symbol |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7468 cc | 1149 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 250 HP | 74 HP |
| Torque | 518 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2040 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 4261 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1639 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1439 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2473 mm |
