1976 Buick Riviera vs. 2006 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, 2006 Mitsubishi Lancer 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 5,724 cc (6 cylinders), 1976 Buick Riviera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Buick Riviera (154 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2006 Mitsubishi Lancer. (134 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Buick Riviera should accelerate faster than 2006 Mitsubishi Lancer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Buick Riviera weights approximately 370 kg more than 2006 Mitsubishi Lancer. 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 Mitsubishi Lancer, 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 (380 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 204 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mitsubishi Lancer. (176 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1976 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Buick Riviera | 2006 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
| Make | Buick | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Riviera | Lancer |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5724 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1765 kg | 1395 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5550 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2610 mm |
