1976 Buick Riviera vs. 2000 GMC Safari
To start off, 2000 GMC Safari is newer by 24 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, 2000 GMC Safari (190 HP) has 36 more horse power than 1976 Buick Riviera. (154 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2000 GMC Safari should accelerate faster than 1976 Buick Riviera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 GMC Safari weights approximately 191 kg more than 1976 Buick Riviera. 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 61 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 GMC Safari. (319 Nm). This means 1976 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 GMC Safari.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Buick Riviera | 2000 GMC Safari | |
Make | Buick | GMC |
Model | Riviera | Safari |
Year Released | 1976 | 2000 |
Body Type | Coupe | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5724 cc | 4294 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 154 HP | 190 HP |
Torque | 380 Nm | 319 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1765 kg | 1956 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5550 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1960 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1940 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2830 mm |