1976 Buick Riviera vs. 1999 Renault Zo
To start off, 1999 Renault Zo 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 @ 3400 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1999 Renault Zo. (74 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Buick Riviera should accelerate faster than 1999 Renault Zo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Buick Riviera weights approximately 190 kg more than 1999 Renault Zo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Renault Zo. (260 Nm). This means 1976 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Renault Zo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Buick Riviera | 1999 Renault Zo | |
| Make | Buick | Renault |
| Model | Riviera | Zo |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 5724 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1765 kg | 1575 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2580 mm |
