1999 Buick Riviera vs. 1971 Rover 2000
To start off, 1999 Buick Riviera is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Rover 2000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Rover 2000 would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Buick Riviera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Buick Riviera (205 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 1971 Rover 2000. (106 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Buick Riviera should accelerate faster than 1971 Rover 2000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Buick Riviera weights approximately 405 kg more than 1971 Rover 2000. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1971 Rover 2000 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 1971 Rover 2000. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 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, 1999 Buick Riviera (312 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Rover 2000. (172 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1999 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Rover 2000. 1999 Buick Riviera has automatic transmission and 1971 Rover 2000 has manual transmission. 1971 Rover 2000 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Buick Riviera will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Buick Riviera | 1971 Rover 2000 | |
| Make | Buick | Rover |
| Model | Riviera | 2000 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1978 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 205 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1400 mm |
