1987 Buick Riviera vs. 1972 Volkswagen SP2
To start off, 1987 Buick Riviera is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Volkswagen SP2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Volkswagen SP2 would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1987 Buick Riviera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Buick Riviera (150 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1972 Volkswagen SP2. (75 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Buick Riviera should accelerate faster than 1972 Volkswagen SP2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Buick Riviera weights approximately 611 kg more than 1972 Volkswagen SP2. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1987 Buick Riviera (271 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 151 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Volkswagen SP2. (120 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1987 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Volkswagen SP2.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Buick Riviera | 1972 Volkswagen SP2 | |
| Make | Buick | Volkswagen |
| Model | Riviera | SP2 |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1679 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1501 kg | 890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1160 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2410 mm |
