1974 Buick Riviera vs. 2013 Dodge DART
To start off, 2013 Dodge DART is newer by 39 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 92 more horse power than 2013 Dodge DART. (158 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Buick Riviera should accelerate faster than 2013 Dodge DART. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Buick Riviera weights approximately 601 kg more than 2013 Dodge DART. 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, 2013 Dodge DART, 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 321 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Dodge DART. (197 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1974 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Dodge DART. 1974 Buick Riviera has automatic transmission and 2013 Dodge DART has manual transmission. 2013 Dodge DART 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 | 2013 Dodge DART | |
| Make | Buick | Dodge |
| Model | Riviera | DART |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7468 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 250 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 518 Nm | 197 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2040 kg | 1439 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 4672 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1465 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2703 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 60 L |
