1976 Buick Riviera vs. 2007 Ford Edge
To start off, 2007 Ford Edge 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 Ford Edge (265 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 1976 Buick Riviera. (182 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford Edge should accelerate faster than 1976 Buick Riviera.
Because 2007 Ford Edge 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, 2007 Ford Edge 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 96 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Ford Edge. (339 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1976 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Ford Edge.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Buick Riviera | 2007 Ford Edge | |
Make | Buick | Ford |
Model | Riviera | Edge |
Year Released | 1976 | 2007 |
Body Type | Coupe | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6595 cc | 3496 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 182 HP | 265 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 435 Nm | 339 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5550 mm | 4720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2830 mm |