1989 Buick Riviera vs. 1976 Buick Electra
To start off, 1989 Buick Riviera is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Buick Electra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Buick Electra would be higher. At 5,730 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Buick Electra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Buick Riviera (165 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1976 Buick Electra. (153 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Buick Riviera should accelerate faster than 1976 Buick Electra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Buick Electra weights approximately 261 kg more than 1989 Buick Riviera.
Because 1976 Buick Electra 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 Electra. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Buick Riviera, 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 Electra (380 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Buick Riviera. (285 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1976 Buick Electra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Buick Riviera.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Buick Riviera | 1976 Buick Electra | |
Make | Buick | Buick |
Model | Riviera | Electra |
Year Released | 1989 | 1976 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3800 cc | 5730 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 165 HP | 153 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 380 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1524 kg | 1785 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 5940 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 2060 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 3030 mm |