1976 Buick Riviera vs. 2010 Jeep Commander
To start off, 2010 Jeep Commander 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 Jeep Commander (305 HP @ 5650 RPM) has 151 more horse power than 1976 Buick Riviera. (154 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Jeep Commander should accelerate faster than 1976 Buick Riviera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Buick Riviera weights approximately 367 kg more than 2010 Jeep Commander.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2010 Jeep Commander (453 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Buick Riviera. (380 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2010 Jeep Commander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Buick Riviera.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Buick Riviera | 2010 Jeep Commander | |
Make | Buick | Jeep |
Model | Riviera | Commander |
Year Released | 1976 | 2010 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5724 cc | 4701 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 154 HP | 305 HP |
Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 5650 RPM |
Torque | 380 Nm | 453 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3950 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1765 kg | 1398 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5550 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1840 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2790 mm |