1991 Buick Riviera vs. 1973 Renault 5
To start off, 1991 Buick Riviera is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Renault 5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Renault 5 would be higher. At 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 1991 Buick Riviera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Buick Riviera (170 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 137 more horse power than 1973 Renault 5. (33 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Buick Riviera should accelerate faster than 1973 Renault 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Buick Riviera weights approximately 805 kg more than 1973 Renault 5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear 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, 1991 Buick Riviera (285 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 232 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Renault 5. (53 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1991 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Renault 5.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Buick Riviera | 1973 Renault 5 | |
| Make | Buick | Renault |
| Model | Riviera | 5 |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3800 cc | 782 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 170 HP | 33 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 53 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 715 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 3530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2410 mm |
