2000 Buick Riviera vs. 1970 Ford Capri
To start off, 2000 Buick Riviera is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Ford Capri. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Ford Capri would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Buick Riviera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Buick Riviera (202 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1970 Ford Capri. (138 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Buick Riviera should accelerate faster than 1970 Ford Capri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Buick Riviera weights approximately 597 kg more than 1970 Ford Capri. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1970 Ford Capri 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 1970 Ford Capri. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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, 2000 Buick Riviera (312 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Ford Capri. (236 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2000 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Ford Capri. 2000 Buick Riviera has automatic transmission and 1970 Ford Capri has manual transmission. 1970 Ford Capri will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Buick Riviera will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Buick Riviera | 1970 Ford Capri | |
| Make | Buick | Ford |
| Model | Riviera | Capri |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1970 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 2994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 202 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 236 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 8.9:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1103 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1290 mm |
