1976 Buick Riviera vs. 1964 Renault Dauphine
To start off, 1976 Buick Riviera is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Renault Dauphine. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Renault Dauphine 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 116 more horse power than 1964 Renault Dauphine. (38 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Buick Riviera should accelerate faster than 1964 Renault Dauphine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Buick Riviera weights approximately 1133 kg more than 1964 Renault Dauphine. 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) has 323 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Renault Dauphine. (57 Nm). This means 1976 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Renault Dauphine.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Buick Riviera | 1964 Renault Dauphine | |
| Make | Buick | Renault |
| Model | Riviera | Dauphine |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5724 cc | 845 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 57 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1765 kg | 632 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5550 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2280 mm |
