1976 Buick Riviera vs. 2007 Chrysler Aspen
To start off, 2007 Chrysler Aspen is newer by 31 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, 2007 Chrysler Aspen (235 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1976 Buick Riviera. (182 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chrysler Aspen should accelerate faster than 1976 Buick Riviera.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 28 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Chrysler Aspen. (407 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1976 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Chrysler Aspen.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Buick Riviera | 2007 Chrysler Aspen | |
Make | Buick | Chrysler |
Model | Riviera | Aspen |
Year Released | 1976 | 2007 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6595 cc | 4701 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 182 HP | 235 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 435 Nm | 407 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5550 mm | 5110 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1940 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1890 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 3030 mm |