1976 Buick Riviera vs. 2000 Peugeot 306
To start off, 2000 Peugeot 306 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, 1976 Buick Riviera (154 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 2000 Peugeot 306. (100 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Buick Riviera should accelerate faster than 2000 Peugeot 306. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Buick Riviera weights approximately 555 kg more than 2000 Peugeot 306. 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, 2000 Peugeot 306, 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 245 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Peugeot 306. (135 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1976 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Peugeot 306.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Buick Riviera | 2000 Peugeot 306 | |
| Make | Buick | Peugeot |
| Model | Riviera | 306 |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5724 cc | 1586 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1765 kg | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5550 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2550 mm |
