1976 Buick Riviera vs. 2004 Ford Mondeo
To start off, 2004 Ford Mondeo 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 Ford Mondeo (223 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1976 Buick Riviera. (154 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Mondeo should accelerate faster than 1976 Buick Riviera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Buick Riviera weights approximately 270 kg more than 2004 Ford Mondeo.
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, 2004 Ford Mondeo, 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 202 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Mondeo. (178 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 1976 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Mondeo. 1976 Buick Riviera has automatic transmission and 2004 Ford Mondeo has manual transmission. 2004 Ford Mondeo 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 | 2004 Ford Mondeo | |
| Make | Buick | Ford |
| Model | Riviera | Mondeo |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5724 cc | 2967 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 223 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 178 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1765 kg | 1495 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5550 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2760 mm |
