1997 Buick Riviera vs. 1975 Ford Maverick
To start off, 1997 Buick Riviera is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Ford Maverick. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Ford Maverick 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 1975 Ford Maverick. (83 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Buick Riviera should accelerate faster than 1975 Ford Maverick. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Buick Riviera weights approximately 421 kg more than 1975 Ford Maverick. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1975 Ford Maverick 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 1975 Ford Maverick. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 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, 1997 Buick Riviera (364 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 159 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Ford Maverick. (205 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1997 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Ford Maverick.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Buick Riviera | 1975 Ford Maverick | |
| Make | Buick | Ford |
| Model | Riviera | Maverick |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3790 cc | 3272 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 180 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 364 Nm | 205 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1681 kg | 1260 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2800 mm |
