1976 Buick Riviera vs. 2007 GMC Acadia
To start off, 2007 GMC Acadia 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 5,724 cc (6 cylinders), 1976 Buick Riviera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 GMC Acadia (276 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 122 more horse power than 1976 Buick Riviera. (154 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 GMC Acadia should accelerate faster than 1976 Buick Riviera.
Because 2007 GMC Acadia 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 GMC Acadia 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 (380 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 GMC Acadia. (340 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1976 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 GMC Acadia.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Buick Riviera | 2007 GMC Acadia | |
Make | Buick | GMC |
Model | Riviera | Acadia |
Year Released | 1976 | 2007 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5724 cc | 3564 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 154 HP | 276 HP |
Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 380 Nm | 340 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5550 mm | 5110 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 2010 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1860 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 3030 mm |