1976 Buick Riviera vs. 1975 Seat 124
To start off, 1976 Buick Riviera is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Seat 124. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Seat 124 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 118 more horse power than 1975 Seat 124. (64 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Buick Riviera should accelerate faster than 1975 Seat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Buick Riviera weights approximately 835 kg more than 1975 Seat 124. 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 345 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Seat 124. (90 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1976 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Seat 124.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Buick Riviera | 1975 Seat 124 | |
| Make | Buick | Seat |
| Model | Riviera | 124 |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6595 cc | 1196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 435 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1765 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5550 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2430 mm |
