1976 Buick Riviera vs. 1969 Dodge Challenger
To start off, 1976 Buick Riviera is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Dodge Challenger. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Dodge Challenger would be higher. At 6,974 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Dodge Challenger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Dodge Challenger (351 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 197 more horse power than 1976 Buick Riviera. (154 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Dodge Challenger should accelerate faster than 1976 Buick Riviera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Buick Riviera weights approximately 190 kg more than 1969 Dodge Challenger.
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, 1969 Dodge Challenger (529 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 149 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Buick Riviera. (380 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1969 Dodge Challenger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Buick Riviera.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Buick Riviera | 1969 Dodge Challenger | |
| Make | Buick | Dodge |
| Model | Riviera | Challenger |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1969 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5724 cc | 6974 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 351 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 529 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1765 kg | 1575 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5550 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2800 mm |
