1976 Buick Riviera vs. 2010 Toyota Matrix
To start off, 2010 Toyota Matrix 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 6,595 cc (6 cylinders), 1976 Buick Riviera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Buick Riviera (182 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 2010 Toyota Matrix. (132 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Buick Riviera should accelerate faster than 2010 Toyota Matrix. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Buick Riviera weights approximately 465 kg more than 2010 Toyota Matrix. 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 Toyota Matrix, 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 262 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Toyota Matrix. (173 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1976 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Toyota Matrix. 1976 Buick Riviera has automatic transmission and 2010 Toyota Matrix has manual transmission. 2010 Toyota Matrix will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1976 Buick Riviera will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1976 Buick Riviera | 2010 Toyota Matrix | |
Make | Buick | Toyota |
Model | Riviera | Matrix |
Year Released | 1976 | 2010 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6595 cc | 1800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 182 HP | 132 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 435 Nm | 173 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1765 kg | 1300 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5550 mm | 4366 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1765 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1549 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2601 mm |