1976 Buick Riviera vs. 2007 Mitsubishi Pajero
To start off, 2007 Mitsubishi Pajero 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, 1976 Buick Riviera (154 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 2007 Mitsubishi Pajero. (112 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Buick Riviera should accelerate faster than 2007 Mitsubishi Pajero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Buick Riviera weights approximately 435 kg more than 2007 Mitsubishi Pajero. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Mitsubishi Pajero 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 Mitsubishi Pajero 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 220 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mitsubishi Pajero. (160 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1976 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mitsubishi Pajero.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Buick Riviera | 2007 Mitsubishi Pajero | |
| Make | Buick | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Riviera | Pajero |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5724 cc | 1834 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 112 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1765 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5550 mm | 3740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2290 mm |
