1998 Buick Riviera vs. 1973 Nissan Violet
To start off, 1998 Buick Riviera is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Nissan Violet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Nissan Violet would be higher. At 4,130 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Buick Riviera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Buick Riviera (125 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1973 Nissan Violet. (64 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Buick Riviera should accelerate faster than 1973 Nissan Violet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Buick Riviera weights approximately 726 kg more than 1973 Nissan Violet. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1973 Nissan Violet 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 1973 Nissan Violet. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 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, 1998 Buick Riviera (287 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 171 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Nissan Violet. (116 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1998 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Nissan Violet.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Buick Riviera | 1973 Nissan Violet | |
Make | Buick | Nissan |
Model | Riviera | Violet |
Year Released | 1998 | 1973 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4130 cc | 1427 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 125 HP | 64 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 287 Nm | 116 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1666 kg | 940 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4130 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1590 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2460 mm |