2008 Acura MDX vs. 1971 Buick Riviera
To start off, 2008 Acura MDX is newer by 37 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 11 more horse power than 2008 Acura MDX. (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Buick Riviera should accelerate faster than 2008 Acura MDX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Buick Riviera weights approximately 590 kg more than 2008 Acura MDX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Acura MDX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1971 Buick Riviera. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Acura MDX will offer significantly more control. 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 @ 2600 RPM) has 244 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Acura MDX. (373 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1971 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Acura MDX.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Acura MDX | 1971 Buick Riviera | |
Make | Acura | Buick |
Model | MDX | Riviera |
Year Released | 2008 | 1971 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3664 cc | 7468 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 311 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 373 Nm | 617 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 2040 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 5560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 3110 mm |