1976 Buick Riviera vs. 1952 Triumph Renown
To start off, 1976 Buick Riviera is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Triumph Renown. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Triumph Renown would be higher. At 5,724 cc (6 cylinders), 1976 Buick Riviera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Buick Riviera (154 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 1952 Triumph Renown. (66 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Buick Riviera should accelerate faster than 1952 Triumph Renown. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Buick Riviera weights approximately 485 kg more than 1952 Triumph Renown. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1976 Buick Riviera (380 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 233 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Triumph Renown. (147 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1976 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Triumph Renown.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Buick Riviera | 1952 Triumph Renown | |
| Make | Buick | Triumph |
| Model | Riviera | Renown |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1952 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5724 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 66 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1765 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5550 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2750 mm |
