1998 Buick Riviera vs. 1975 Volkswagen SP2
To start off, 1998 Buick Riviera is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Volkswagen SP2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Volkswagen SP2 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 50 more horse power than 1975 Volkswagen SP2. (75 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Buick Riviera should accelerate faster than 1975 Volkswagen SP2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Buick Riviera weights approximately 776 kg more than 1975 Volkswagen SP2. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1998 Buick Riviera (287 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 167 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Volkswagen SP2. (120 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1998 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Volkswagen SP2.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Buick Riviera | 1975 Volkswagen SP2 | |
| Make | Buick | Volkswagen |
| Model | Riviera | SP2 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4130 cc | 1677 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 125 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 287 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1666 kg | 890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1160 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2410 mm |
