1976 Buick Riviera vs. 2002 Ford Explorer
To start off, 2002 Ford Explorer is newer by 26 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 24 more horse power than 2002 Ford Explorer. (158 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Buick Riviera should accelerate faster than 2002 Ford Explorer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Ford Explorer weights approximately 185 kg more than 1976 Buick Riviera.
Because 2002 Ford Explorer 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, 2002 Ford Explorer 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 (435 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Ford Explorer. (305 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1976 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Ford Explorer. 1976 Buick Riviera has automatic transmission and 2002 Ford Explorer has manual transmission. 2002 Ford Explorer 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.
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1976 Buick Riviera | 2002 Ford Explorer | |
Make | Buick | Ford |
Model | Riviera | Explorer |
Year Released | 1976 | 2002 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6595 cc | 3996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 182 HP | 158 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 435 Nm | 305 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1765 kg | 1950 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5550 mm | 4820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1830 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2840 mm |