1976 Buick Riviera vs. 1973 Honda 1300
To start off, 1976 Buick Riviera is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Honda 1300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Honda 1300 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 101 more horse power than 1973 Honda 1300. (81 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Buick Riviera should accelerate faster than 1973 Honda 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Buick Riviera weights approximately 870 kg more than 1973 Honda 1300. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1976 Buick Riviera is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1976 Buick Riviera. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1973 Honda 1300, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1976 Buick Riviera (435 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 330 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Honda 1300. (105 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1976 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Honda 1300.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Buick Riviera | 1973 Honda 1300 | |
Make | Buick | Honda |
Model | Riviera | 1300 |
Year Released | 1976 | 1973 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6595 cc | 1298 cc |
Horse Power | 182 HP | 81 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 435 Nm | 105 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1765 kg | 895 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5550 mm | 4170 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1510 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2200 mm |