1976 Buick Riviera vs. 2001 Daihatsu Terios
To start off, 2001 Daihatsu Terios is newer by 25 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 68 more horse power than 2001 Daihatsu Terios. (86 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Buick Riviera should accelerate faster than 2001 Daihatsu Terios. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Buick Riviera weights approximately 710 kg more than 2001 Daihatsu Terios. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Daihatsu Terios is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1976 Buick Riviera. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Daihatsu Terios will offer significantly more control. 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 260 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Daihatsu Terios. (120 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1976 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Daihatsu Terios. 1976 Buick Riviera has automatic transmission and 2001 Daihatsu Terios has manual transmission. 2001 Daihatsu Terios 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 | 2001 Daihatsu Terios | |
| Make | Buick | Daihatsu |
| Model | Riviera | Terios |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5724 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1765 kg | 1055 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5550 mm | 3850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2430 mm |
