1976 Buick Riviera vs. 2001 Toyota Will

To start off, 2001 Toyota Will 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, 2001 Toyota Will (189 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1976 Buick Riviera. (182 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Toyota Will should accelerate faster than 1976 Buick Riviera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Buick Riviera weights approximately 220 kg more than 2001 Toyota Will.

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, 2001 Toyota Will, 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 (435 Nm) has 161 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Toyota Will. (274 Nm). This means 1976 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Toyota Will.

Compare all specifications:

1976 Buick Riviera 2001 Toyota Will
Make Buick Toyota
Model Riviera Will
Year Released 1976 2001
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 6595 cc 1298 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 182 HP 189 HP
Engine RPM 3600 RPM 3400 RPM
Torque 435 Nm 274 Nm
Drive Type Rear Front
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1765 kg 1545 kg
Vehicle Length 5550 mm 3700 mm
Vehicle Width 1970 mm 1680 mm
Vehicle Height 1410 mm 1540 mm
Wheelbase Size 2950 mm 2380 mm


 

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