1976 Buick Riviera vs. 1966 Triumph 2000
To start off, 1976 Buick Riviera is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Triumph 2000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Triumph 2000 would be higher. At 6,595 cc (6 cylinders), 1976 Buick Riviera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Buick Riviera (182 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 1966 Triumph 2000. (91 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Buick Riviera should accelerate faster than 1966 Triumph 2000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Buick Riviera weights approximately 595 kg more than 1966 Triumph 2000. 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 (435 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 277 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Triumph 2000. (158 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1976 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Triumph 2000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Buick Riviera | 1966 Triumph 2000 | |
| Make | Buick | Triumph |
| Model | Riviera | 2000 |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6595 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 91 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 435 Nm | 158 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1765 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5550 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2700 mm |
