1976 Buick Riviera vs. 2012 Daewoo Kalos

To start off, 2012 Daewoo Kalos is newer by 36 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 100 more horse power than 2012 Daewoo Kalos. (82 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Buick Riviera should accelerate faster than 2012 Daewoo Kalos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Buick Riviera weights approximately 695 kg more than 2012 Daewoo Kalos. 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, 2012 Daewoo Kalos, 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 312 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Daewoo Kalos. (123 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1976 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Daewoo Kalos. 1976 Buick Riviera has automatic transmission and 2012 Daewoo Kalos has manual transmission. 2012 Daewoo Kalos 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.

Compare all specifications:

1976 Buick Riviera 2012 Daewoo Kalos
Make Buick Daewoo
Model Riviera Kalos
Year Released 1976 2012
Body Type Coupe Hatchback
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 6595 cc 1399 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 182 HP 82 HP
Engine RPM 3600 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 435 Nm 123 Nm
Torque RPM 2000 RPM 3000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline - Premium
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1765 kg 1070 kg
Vehicle Length 5550 mm 3890 mm
Vehicle Width 1970 mm 1680 mm
Vehicle Height 1410 mm 1500 mm
Wheelbase Size 2950 mm 2490 mm


 

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