1997 Buick Riviera vs. 1974 Triumph 2000
To start off, 1997 Buick Riviera is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Triumph 2000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Triumph 2000 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 97 more horse power than 1974 Triumph 2000. (83 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Buick Riviera should accelerate faster than 1974 Triumph 2000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Buick Riviera weights approximately 436 kg more than 1974 Triumph 2000. 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 229 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Triumph 2000. (135 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1997 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Triumph 2000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Buick Riviera | 1974 Triumph 2000 | |
| Make | Buick | Triumph |
| Model | Riviera | 2000 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3790 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 180 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 364 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1681 kg | 1245 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2700 mm |
