1976 Buick Riviera vs. 1997 Oldsmobile Aurora
To start off, 1997 Oldsmobile Aurora is newer by 21 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, 1997 Oldsmobile Aurora (251 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1976 Buick Riviera. (182 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Oldsmobile Aurora should accelerate faster than 1976 Buick Riviera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Buick Riviera weights approximately 45 kg more than 1997 Oldsmobile Aurora.
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, 1997 Oldsmobile Aurora, 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 82 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Oldsmobile Aurora. (353 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1976 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Oldsmobile Aurora.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Buick Riviera | 1997 Oldsmobile Aurora | |
Make | Buick | Oldsmobile |
Model | Riviera | Aurora |
Year Released | 1976 | 1997 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6595 cc | 3995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 182 HP | 251 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 435 Nm | 353 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1765 kg | 1720 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5550 mm | 5230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2860 mm |