1976 Buick Riviera vs. 2007 Opel Zafira
To start off, 2007 Opel Zafira 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, 1976 Buick Riviera (182 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 2007 Opel Zafira. (138 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Buick Riviera should accelerate faster than 2007 Opel Zafira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Buick Riviera weights approximately 262 kg more than 2007 Opel Zafira. 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, 2007 Opel Zafira, 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 (435 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 260 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Opel Zafira. (175 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1976 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Opel Zafira. 1976 Buick Riviera has automatic transmission and 2007 Opel Zafira has manual transmission. 2007 Opel Zafira will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1976 Buick Riviera will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1976 Buick Riviera | 2007 Opel Zafira | |
Make | Buick | Opel |
Model | Riviera | Zafira |
Year Released | 1976 | 2007 |
Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6595 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 182 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 435 Nm | 175 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1765 kg | 1503 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5550 mm | 3850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2500 mm |