1976 Buick Riviera vs. 2006 Lexus RX
To start off, 2006 Lexus RX 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 Lexus RX (223 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1976 Buick Riviera. (182 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Lexus RX should accelerate faster than 1976 Buick Riviera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Buick Riviera weights approximately 218 kg more than 2006 Lexus RX.
Because 2006 Lexus RX 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 Lexus RX 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 112 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Lexus RX. (323 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1976 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Lexus RX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Buick Riviera | 2006 Lexus RX | |
| Make | Buick | Lexus |
| Model | Riviera | RX |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6595 cc | 3308 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 223 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 435 Nm | 323 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1765 kg | 1547 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5550 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2720 mm |
