1976 Buick Riviera vs. 1995 Dodge Dakota
To start off, 1995 Dodge Dakota is newer by 19 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 5,899 cc (8 cylinders), 1995 Dodge Dakota is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Dodge Dakota (247 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 1976 Buick Riviera. (154 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 1976 Buick Riviera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Buick Riviera weights approximately 145 kg more than 1995 Dodge Dakota.
Because 1995 Dodge Dakota is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1976 Buick Riviera. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Dodge Dakota will offer significantly more control. 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, 1995 Dodge Dakota (467 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Buick Riviera. (380 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1995 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Buick Riviera.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Buick Riviera | 1995 Dodge Dakota | |
Make | Buick | Dodge |
Model | Riviera | Dakota |
Year Released | 1976 | 1995 |
Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5724 cc | 5899 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 154 HP | 247 HP |
Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 380 Nm | 467 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1765 kg | 1620 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5550 mm | 4980 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1670 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2850 mm |