1976 Buick Riviera vs. 2004 Ford Excursion
To start off, 2004 Ford Excursion 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 6,801 cc (10 cylinders), 2004 Ford Excursion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Excursion (310 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 128 more horse power than 1976 Buick Riviera. (182 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Excursion should accelerate faster than 1976 Buick Riviera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Excursion weights approximately 1496 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 Ford Excursion 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 Ford Excursion 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, 2004 Ford Excursion (576 Nm) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Buick Riviera. (435 Nm). This means 2004 Ford Excursion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Buick Riviera.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Buick Riviera | 2004 Ford Excursion | |
| Make | Buick | Ford |
| Model | Riviera | Excursion |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6595 cc | 6801 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 310 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 435 Nm | 576 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1765 kg | 3261 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5550 mm | 5760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 2050 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 3490 mm |
