1997 Buick Riviera vs. 1971 Seat 124

To start off, 1997 Buick Riviera is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Seat 124. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Seat 124 would be higher. At 3,790 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Buick Riviera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Buick Riviera (180 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 116 more horse power than 1971 Seat 124. (64 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Buick Riviera should accelerate faster than 1971 Seat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Buick Riviera weights approximately 751 kg more than 1971 Seat 124. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Let's talk about torque, 1997 Buick Riviera (364 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 274 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Seat 124. (90 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1997 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Seat 124.

Compare all specifications:

1997 Buick Riviera 1971 Seat 124
Make Buick Seat
Model Riviera 124
Year Released 1997 1971
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3790 cc 1196 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 180 HP 64 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 364 Nm 90 Nm
Torque RPM 2400 RPM 3700 RPM
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 1681 kg 930 kg
Vehicle Length 5230 mm 4070 mm
Vehicle Width 2040 mm 1620 mm
Vehicle Height 1380 mm 1430 mm
Wheelbase Size 2900 mm 2430 mm


 

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