1976 Buick Riviera vs. 2005 Pontiac Aztek
To start off, 2005 Pontiac Aztek 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 Pontiac Aztek (175 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1976 Buick Riviera. (154 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Pontiac Aztek should accelerate faster than 1976 Buick Riviera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Pontiac Aztek weights approximately 65 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 Pontiac Aztek 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 Pontiac Aztek 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 2005 Pontiac Aztek. (298 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1976 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Pontiac Aztek.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Buick Riviera | 2005 Pontiac Aztek | |
Make | Buick | Pontiac |
Model | Riviera | Aztek |
Year Released | 1976 | 2005 |
Body Type | Coupe | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5724 cc | 3392 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 154 HP | 175 HP |
Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 380 Nm | 298 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1765 kg | 1830 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5550 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2760 mm |