1976 Buick Riviera vs. 1974 GMC Suburban
To start off, 1976 Buick Riviera is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 GMC Suburban. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 GMC Suburban 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 54 more horse power than 1974 GMC Suburban. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Buick Riviera should accelerate faster than 1974 GMC Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 GMC Suburban weights approximately 435 kg more than 1976 Buick Riviera.
Because 1974 GMC Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1976 Buick Riviera. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1974 GMC Suburban will offer significantly more control. 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 (380 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 GMC Suburban. (243 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1976 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 GMC Suburban.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Buick Riviera | 1974 GMC Suburban | |
| Make | Buick | GMC |
| Model | Riviera | Suburban |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1974 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5724 cc | 4093 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 243 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1765 kg | 2200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5550 mm | 5480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 3300 mm |
