1976 Buick Riviera vs. 2011 Buick Enclave
To start off, 2011 Buick Enclave is newer by 35 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, 2011 Buick Enclave (288 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 1976 Buick Riviera. (182 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Buick Enclave should accelerate faster than 1976 Buick Riviera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Buick Enclave weights approximately 403 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, 2011 Buick Enclave, 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 69 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Buick Enclave. (366 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1976 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Buick Enclave.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Buick Riviera | 2011 Buick Enclave | |
Make | Buick | Buick |
Model | Riviera | Enclave |
Year Released | 1976 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6595 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 182 HP | 288 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 435 Nm | 366 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1765 kg | 2168 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5550 mm | 5126 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 2007 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 3020 mm |