1976 Buick Riviera vs. 2003 Holden Cruze
To start off, 2003 Holden Cruze 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, 1976 Buick Riviera (154 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 2003 Holden Cruze. (72 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Buick Riviera should accelerate faster than 2003 Holden Cruze. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Buick Riviera weights approximately 780 kg more than 2003 Holden Cruze. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Holden Cruze 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, 2003 Holden Cruze 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 (380 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 242 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Holden Cruze. (138 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1976 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Holden Cruze.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Buick Riviera | 2003 Holden Cruze | |
Make | Buick | Holden |
Model | Riviera | Cruze |
Year Released | 1976 | 2003 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5724 cc | 1490 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 154 HP | 72 HP |
Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 380 Nm | 138 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1765 kg | 985 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5550 mm | 3630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2370 mm |