1976 Buick Riviera vs. 2001 GAZ 3110
To start off, 2001 GAZ 3110 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 6,595 cc (6 cylinders), 1976 Buick Riviera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Buick Riviera (182 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 2001 GAZ 3110. (134 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Buick Riviera should accelerate faster than 2001 GAZ 3110. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Buick Riviera weights approximately 365 kg more than 2001 GAZ 3110. 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 (435 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 246 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 GAZ 3110. (189 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1976 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 GAZ 3110. 1976 Buick Riviera has automatic transmission and 2001 GAZ 3110 has manual transmission. 2001 GAZ 3110 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 GAZ 3110 | |
| Make | Buick | GAZ |
| Model | Riviera | 3110 |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6595 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 435 Nm | 189 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1765 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5550 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2810 mm |
