1976 Buick Riviera vs. 1976 Holden Sunbird
To start off, both 1976 Buick Riviera and 1976 Holden Sunbird were released in the same year (1976). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,789 cc (6 cylinders), 1976 Buick Riviera is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Buick Riviera weights approximately 674 kg more than 1976 Holden Sunbird.
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.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Buick Riviera | 1976 Holden Sunbird | |
Make | Buick | Holden |
Model | Riviera | Sunbird |
Year Released | 1976 | 1976 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3789 cc | 1897 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 0 HP | 101 HP |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1794 kg | 1120 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5550 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2590 mm |