1976 Buick Riviera vs. 2008 Daihatsu Terios
To start off, 2008 Daihatsu Terios is newer by 32 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 78 more horse power than 2008 Daihatsu Terios. (104 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Buick Riviera should accelerate faster than 2008 Daihatsu Terios. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Buick Riviera weights approximately 601 kg more than 2008 Daihatsu Terios. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Daihatsu Terios 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, 2008 Daihatsu Terios 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 295 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Daihatsu Terios. (140 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1976 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Daihatsu Terios. 1976 Buick Riviera has automatic transmission and 2008 Daihatsu Terios has manual transmission. 2008 Daihatsu Terios 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Buick Riviera | 2008 Daihatsu Terios | |
| Make | Buick | Daihatsu |
| Model | Riviera | Terios |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6595 cc | 1495 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 435 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1765 kg | 1164 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5550 mm | 3480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1250 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2590 mm |
