1976 Buick Riviera vs. 1986 Dodge Conquest
To start off, 1986 Dodge Conquest is newer by 10 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 11 more horse power than 1986 Dodge Conquest. (143 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Buick Riviera should accelerate faster than 1986 Dodge Conquest. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Buick Riviera weights approximately 485 kg more than 1986 Dodge Conquest. 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, 1986 Dodge Conquest, 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 (380 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Dodge Conquest. (251 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1976 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Dodge Conquest.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Buick Riviera | 1986 Dodge Conquest | |
| Make | Buick | Dodge |
| Model | Riviera | Conquest |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1986 |
| Engine Size | 5724 cc | 2555 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1765 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5550 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2450 mm |
