1976 Buick Riviera vs. 2010 Jeep Grand Cherokee
To start off, 2010 Jeep Grand Cherokee 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 Grand Cherokee (210 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1976 Buick Riviera. (154 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Jeep Grand Cherokee should accelerate faster than 1976 Buick Riviera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Jeep Grand Cherokee weights approximately 335 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 2010 Jeep Grand Cherokee 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, 2010 Jeep Grand Cherokee 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 (380 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Jeep Grand Cherokee. (318 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1976 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Jeep Grand Cherokee.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Buick Riviera | 2010 Jeep Grand Cherokee | |
Make | Buick | Jeep |
Model | Riviera | Grand Cherokee |
Year Released | 1976 | 2010 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5724 cc | 3700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 154 HP | 210 HP |
Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 380 Nm | 318 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1765 kg | 2100 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5550 mm | 4775 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1844 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1750 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2781 mm |