1976 Buick Riviera vs. 2002 Suzuki Aerio
To start off, 2002 Suzuki Aerio 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 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 9 more horse power than 2002 Suzuki Aerio. (145 HP @ 5900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Buick Riviera should accelerate faster than 2002 Suzuki Aerio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Buick Riviera weights approximately 567 kg more than 2002 Suzuki Aerio. 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, 2002 Suzuki Aerio, 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) has 197 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Suzuki Aerio. (183 Nm). This means 1976 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Suzuki Aerio.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Buick Riviera | 2002 Suzuki Aerio | |
| Make | Buick | Suzuki |
| Model | Riviera | Aerio |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5724 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 183 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1765 kg | 1198 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5550 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2490 mm |
