1976 Buick Riviera vs. 2005 Renault Kangoo
To start off, 2005 Renault Kangoo 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 6,595 cc (6 cylinders), 1976 Buick Riviera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Buick Riviera (182 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 2005 Renault Kangoo. (83 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Buick Riviera should accelerate faster than 2005 Renault Kangoo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Renault Kangoo weights approximately 5 kg more than 1976 Buick Riviera.
Because 2005 Renault Kangoo 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 Renault Kangoo 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 (435 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 255 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Renault Kangoo. (180 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1976 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Renault Kangoo. 1976 Buick Riviera has automatic transmission and 2005 Renault Kangoo has manual transmission. 2005 Renault Kangoo 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 | 2005 Renault Kangoo | |
Make | Buick | Renault |
Model | Riviera | Kangoo |
Year Released | 1976 | 2005 |
Body Type | Coupe | Panel Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6595 cc | 1868 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 182 HP | 83 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 435 Nm | 180 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1765 kg | 1770 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5550 mm | 4040 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1910 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2630 mm |