1976 Buick Riviera vs. 1999 Ford Tracer
To start off, 1999 Ford Tracer is newer by 23 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) has 87 more horse power than 1999 Ford Tracer. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Buick Riviera should accelerate faster than 1999 Ford Tracer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Buick Riviera weights approximately 800 kg more than 1999 Ford Tracer. 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, 1999 Ford Tracer, 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 279 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Ford Tracer. (101 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1976 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Ford Tracer. 1976 Buick Riviera has automatic transmission and 1999 Ford Tracer has manual transmission. 1999 Ford Tracer 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 | 1999 Ford Tracer | |
| Make | Buick | Ford |
| Model | Riviera | Tracer |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5724 cc | 1323 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 67 HP |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 101 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1765 kg | 965 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5550 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1400 mm |
