1995 Buick Riviera vs. 1971 Buick Riviera
To start off, 1995 Buick Riviera is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Buick Riviera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Buick Riviera would be higher. At 7,468 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Buick Riviera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Buick Riviera (311 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1995 Buick Riviera. (240 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Buick Riviera should accelerate faster than 1995 Buick Riviera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Buick Riviera weights approximately 340 kg more than 1995 Buick Riviera. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1971 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 1971 Buick Riviera. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Buick Riviera, 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, 1971 Buick Riviera (617 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 230 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Buick Riviera. (387 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1971 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Buick Riviera.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Buick Riviera | 1971 Buick Riviera | |
Make | Buick | Buick |
Model | Riviera | Riviera |
Year Released | 1995 | 1971 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 7468 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 240 HP | 311 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 387 Nm | 617 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 8.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 2040 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 5560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1380 mm |