1976 Buick Riviera vs. 2012 Proton Gen-2
To start off, 2012 Proton Gen-2 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 5,724 cc (6 cylinders), 1976 Buick Riviera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Buick Riviera (154 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 2012 Proton Gen-2. (108 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Buick Riviera should accelerate faster than 2012 Proton Gen-2.
Let's talk about torque, 1976 Buick Riviera (380 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 232 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Proton Gen-2. (148 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1976 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Proton Gen-2.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Buick Riviera | 2012 Proton Gen-2 | |
| Make | Buick | Proton |
| Model | Riviera | Gen-2 |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Size | 5724 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5550 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2610 mm |
