1976 Buick Riviera vs. 2004 Toyota Tundra
To start off, 2004 Toyota Tundra 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 Toyota Tundra (187 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1976 Buick Riviera. (154 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Toyota Tundra should accelerate faster than 1976 Buick Riviera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Buick Riviera weights approximately 45 kg more than 2004 Toyota Tundra.
Because 2004 Toyota Tundra 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 Toyota Tundra 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 82 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Toyota Tundra. (298 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1976 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Toyota Tundra. 1976 Buick Riviera has automatic transmission and 2004 Toyota Tundra has manual transmission. 2004 Toyota Tundra 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 Toyota Tundra | |
| Make | Buick | Toyota |
| Model | Riviera | Tundra |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5724 cc | 3400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1765 kg | 1720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5550 mm | 5530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 3270 mm |
