1976 Buick Riviera vs. 2009 Hyundai Azera
To start off, 2009 Hyundai Azera is newer by 33 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, 2009 Hyundai Azera (232 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1976 Buick Riviera. (182 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Hyundai Azera should accelerate faster than 1976 Buick Riviera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Buick Riviera weights approximately 117 kg more than 2009 Hyundai Azera.
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, 2009 Hyundai Azera, 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 132 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Hyundai Azera. (303 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1976 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Hyundai Azera.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Buick Riviera | 2009 Hyundai Azera | |
Make | Buick | Hyundai |
Model | Riviera | Azera |
Year Released | 1976 | 2009 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6595 cc | 3342 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 182 HP | 232 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 435 Nm | 303 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1765 kg | 1648 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5550 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1500 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1860 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2790 mm |