1976 Buick Riviera vs. 2006 Kia Optima
To start off, 2006 Kia Optima 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, 1976 Buick Riviera (182 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2006 Kia Optima. (170 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Buick Riviera should accelerate faster than 2006 Kia Optima. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Buick Riviera weights approximately 278 kg more than 2006 Kia Optima. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1976 Buick Riviera is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1976 Buick Riviera. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Kia Optima, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 190 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Kia Optima. (245 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1976 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Kia Optima.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Buick Riviera | 2006 Kia Optima | |
Make | Buick | Kia |
Model | Riviera | Optima |
Year Released | 1976 | 2006 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6595 cc | 2671 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 182 HP | 170 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 435 Nm | 245 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1765 kg | 1487 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5550 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2710 mm |