1976 Buick Riviera vs. 1994 Mitsubishi Verada
To start off, 1994 Mitsubishi Verada is newer by 18 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, 1994 Mitsubishi Verada (161 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1976 Buick Riviera. (154 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Mitsubishi Verada should accelerate faster than 1976 Buick Riviera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Buick Riviera weights approximately 250 kg more than 1994 Mitsubishi Verada.
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, 1994 Mitsubishi Verada, 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 145 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Mitsubishi Verada. (235 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1976 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Mitsubishi Verada.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Buick Riviera | 1994 Mitsubishi Verada | |
Make | Buick | Mitsubishi |
Model | Riviera | Verada |
Year Released | 1976 | 1994 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5724 cc | 2972 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 154 HP | 161 HP |
Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 380 Nm | 235 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1765 kg | 1515 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5550 mm | 4890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2730 mm |