1977 Buick Riviera vs. 1977 Talbot Horizon
To start off, both 1977 Buick Riviera and 1977 Talbot Horizon were released in the same year (1977). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,787 cc (6 cylinders), 1977 Buick Riviera is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Buick Riviera weights approximately 845 kg more than 1977 Talbot Horizon.
Because 1977 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 1977 Buick Riviera. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1977 Talbot Horizon, 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Buick Riviera | 1977 Talbot Horizon | |
| Make | Buick | Talbot |
| Model | Riviera | Horizon |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1977 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3787 cc | 1294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 57 HP |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1790 kg | 945 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5550 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2530 mm |
