1976 Buick Riviera vs. 2009 Volvo V70
To start off, 2009 Volvo V70 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 5,724 cc (6 cylinders), 1976 Buick Riviera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Volvo V70 (232 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1976 Buick Riviera. (154 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Volvo V70 should accelerate faster than 1976 Buick Riviera.
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 Volvo V70, 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 (380 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Volvo V70. (236 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1976 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Volvo V70.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Buick Riviera | 2009 Volvo V70 | |
| Make | Buick | Volvo |
| Model | Riviera | V70 |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5724 cc | 3192 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 232 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 236 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5550 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2820 mm |
