1976 Buick Riviera vs. 2003 Chrysler Pacifica
To start off, 2003 Chrysler Pacifica is newer by 27 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, 2003 Chrysler Pacifica (254 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 1976 Buick Riviera. (154 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Chrysler Pacifica should accelerate faster than 1976 Buick Riviera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Chrysler Pacifica weights approximately 259 kg more than 1976 Buick Riviera. 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, 2003 Chrysler Pacifica, 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 @ 1800 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Chrysler Pacifica. (339 Nm @ 3950 RPM). This means 1976 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Chrysler Pacifica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Buick Riviera | 2003 Chrysler Pacifica | |
| Make | Buick | Chrysler |
| Model | Riviera | Pacifica |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5724 cc | 3518 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 254 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 339 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3950 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1765 kg | 2024 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5550 mm | 5060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2960 mm |
