2004 Buick Rainier vs. 1971 Buick Riviera
To start off, 2004 Buick Rainier is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Buick Riviera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Buick Riviera would be higher. At 7,468 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Buick Riviera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Buick Riviera (311 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 2004 Buick Rainier. (275 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Buick Riviera should accelerate faster than 2004 Buick Rainier. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Buick Riviera weights approximately 25 kg more than 2004 Buick Rainier. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1971 Buick Riviera (617 Nm) has 230 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Buick Rainier. (387 Nm). This means 1971 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Buick Rainier.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Buick Rainier | 1971 Buick Riviera | |
| Make | Buick | Buick |
| Model | Rainier | Riviera |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1971 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4195 cc | 7468 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 275 HP | 311 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 387 Nm | 617 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 8.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2015 kg | 2040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 5560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 3110 mm |
