1976 Buick Riviera vs. 2010 Cadillac SRX
To start off, 2010 Cadillac SRX is newer by 34 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, 2010 Cadillac SRX (265 HP @ 6950 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 1976 Buick Riviera. (154 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Cadillac SRX should accelerate faster than 1976 Buick Riviera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Cadillac SRX weights approximately 151 kg more than 1976 Buick Riviera. 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, 2010 Cadillac SRX, 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 78 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Cadillac SRX. (302 Nm @ 5100 RPM). This means 1976 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Cadillac SRX.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Buick Riviera | 2010 Cadillac SRX | |
Make | Buick | Cadillac |
Model | Riviera | SRX |
Year Released | 1976 | 2010 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5724 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 154 HP | 265 HP |
Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 6950 RPM |
Torque | 380 Nm | 302 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 5100 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 Weight | 1765 kg | 1916 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5550 mm | 4834 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1669 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2807 mm |