1976 Buick Riviera vs. 2002 Volkswagen Microbus
To start off, 2002 Volkswagen Microbus 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 20 more horse power than 2002 Volkswagen Microbus. (134 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Buick Riviera should accelerate faster than 2002 Volkswagen Microbus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Buick Riviera weights approximately 105 kg more than 2002 Volkswagen Microbus. 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 (380 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 179 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Volkswagen Microbus. (201 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1976 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Volkswagen Microbus. 1976 Buick Riviera has automatic transmission and 2002 Volkswagen Microbus has manual transmission. 2002 Volkswagen Microbus 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 | 2002 Volkswagen Microbus | |
| Make | Buick | Volkswagen |
| Model | Riviera | Microbus |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5724 cc | 2553 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 201 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1765 kg | 1660 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5550 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1960 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2470 mm |
