1976 Buick Riviera vs. 1996 Lancia Kappa
To start off, 1996 Lancia Kappa is newer by 20 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 6,595 cc (6 cylinders), 1976 Buick Riviera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Lancia Kappa (202 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1976 Buick Riviera. (182 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Lancia Kappa should accelerate faster than 1976 Buick Riviera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Buick Riviera weights approximately 215 kg more than 1996 Lancia Kappa.
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, 1996 Lancia Kappa, 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 (435 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Lancia Kappa. (299 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1976 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Lancia Kappa. 1976 Buick Riviera has automatic transmission and 1996 Lancia Kappa has manual transmission. 1996 Lancia Kappa will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1976 Buick Riviera will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Buick Riviera | 1996 Lancia Kappa | |
Make | Buick | Lancia |
Model | Riviera | Kappa |
Year Released | 1976 | 1996 |
Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
Engine Size | 6595 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 182 HP | 202 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 435 Nm | 299 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1765 kg | 1550 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5550 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2710 mm |