1976 Buick Riviera vs. 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero
To start off, 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero is newer by 29 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, 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero (163 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1976 Buick Riviera. (154 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero should accelerate faster than 1976 Buick Riviera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero weights approximately 290 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 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero 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, 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero 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 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero. (373 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1976 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Buick Riviera | 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero | |
| Make | Buick | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Riviera | Pajero |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5724 cc | 3200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 373 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1765 kg | 2055 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2510 mm |
