1976 Buick Riviera vs. 2004 Chevrolet TrailBlazer
To start off, 2004 Chevrolet TrailBlazer is newer by 28 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, 2004 Chevrolet TrailBlazer (275 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 121 more horse power than 1976 Buick Riviera. (154 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet TrailBlazer should accelerate faster than 1976 Buick Riviera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet TrailBlazer weights approximately 415 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 2004 Chevrolet TrailBlazer 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, 2004 Chevrolet TrailBlazer 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) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Chevrolet TrailBlazer. (373 Nm). This means 1976 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Chevrolet TrailBlazer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Buick Riviera | 2004 Chevrolet TrailBlazer | |
| Make | Buick | Chevrolet |
| Model | Riviera | TrailBlazer |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5724 cc | 4163 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 275 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 373 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1765 kg | 2180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5550 mm | 5280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1920 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 3280 mm |
