1974 Buick Riviera vs. 2012 Volkswagen Eos
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Eos 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 @ 4000 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 2012 Volkswagen Eos. (200 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Buick Riviera should accelerate faster than 2012 Volkswagen Eos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Buick Riviera weights approximately 421 kg more than 2012 Volkswagen Eos. 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 Volkswagen Eos, 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 238 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Volkswagen Eos. (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1974 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Volkswagen Eos.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Buick Riviera | 2012 Volkswagen Eos | |
Make | Buick | Volkswagen |
Model | Riviera | Eos |
Year Released | 1974 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7468 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 250 HP | 200 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 518 Nm | 280 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automated manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2040 kg | 1619 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 4423 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1791 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1444 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2578 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 55 L |