1990 Alpine V6 vs. 1976 Buick Riviera
To start off, 1990 Alpine V6 is newer by 14 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, both vehicles can yield 182 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Buick Riviera weights approximately 555 kg more than 1990 Alpine V6.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 137 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Alpine V6. (298 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 1976 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Alpine V6. 1976 Buick Riviera has automatic transmission and 1990 Alpine V6 has manual transmission. 1990 Alpine V6 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:
| 1990 Alpine V6 | 1976 Buick Riviera | |
| Make | Alpine | Buick |
| Model | V6 | Riviera |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 2458 cc | 6595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 435 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 1765 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 5550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1970 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2950 mm |
