1976 Buick Riviera vs. 2012 Nissan Titan
To start off, 2012 Nissan Titan 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, 2012 Nissan Titan (317 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 135 more horse power than 1976 Buick Riviera. (182 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan Titan should accelerate faster than 1976 Buick Riviera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Nissan Titan weights approximately 637 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 2012 Nissan Titan 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, 2012 Nissan Titan 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, 2012 Nissan Titan (522 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Buick Riviera. (435 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2012 Nissan Titan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Buick Riviera.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Buick Riviera | 2012 Nissan Titan | |
Make | Buick | Nissan |
Model | Riviera | Titan |
Year Released | 1976 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6595 cc | 5551 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 182 HP | 317 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 435 Nm | 522 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1765 kg | 2402 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5550 mm | 5710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1940 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 4060 mm |