1976 Buick Riviera vs. 2006 Buick Terraza
To start off, 2006 Buick Terraza is newer by 30 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, 2006 Buick Terraza (196 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1976 Buick Riviera. (182 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Buick Terraza should accelerate faster than 1976 Buick Riviera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Buick Terraza weights approximately 181 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 2006 Buick Terraza 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, 2006 Buick Terraza 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 146 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Buick Terraza. (289 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1976 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Buick Terraza.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Buick Riviera | 2006 Buick Terraza | |
Make | Buick | Buick |
Model | Riviera | Terraza |
Year Released | 1976 | 2006 |
Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6595 cc | 3491 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 182 HP | 196 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 435 Nm | 289 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1765 kg | 1946 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5550 mm | 5210 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1920 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1840 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 3080 mm |