1976 Buick Riviera vs. 1978 Toyota Publica
To start off, 1978 Toyota Publica is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Buick Riviera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Buick Riviera 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 91 more horse power than 1978 Toyota Publica. (63 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Buick Riviera should accelerate faster than 1978 Toyota Publica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Buick Riviera weights approximately 1010 kg more than 1978 Toyota Publica. 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 (380 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 285 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Toyota Publica. (95 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1976 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Toyota Publica.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Buick Riviera | 1978 Toyota Publica | |
Make | Buick | Toyota |
Model | Riviera | Publica |
Year Released | 1976 | 1978 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5724 cc | 1166 cc |
Horse Power | 154 HP | 63 HP |
Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 380 Nm | 95 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1765 kg | 755 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5550 mm | 3800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1540 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2270 mm |