1995 Acura NSX vs. 1976 Buick Riviera
To start off, 1995 Acura NSX is newer by 19 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, 1995 Acura NSX (420 HP @ 8250 RPM) has 266 more horse power than 1976 Buick Riviera. (154 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Acura NSX should accelerate faster than 1976 Buick Riviera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Buick Riviera weights approximately 268 kg more than 1995 Acura NSX.
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, 1995 Acura NSX (414 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Buick Riviera. (380 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1995 Acura NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Buick Riviera.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Acura NSX | 1976 Buick Riviera | |
Make | Acura | Buick |
Model | NSX | Riviera |
Year Released | 1995 | 1976 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3178 cc | 5724 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 420 HP | 154 HP |
Engine RPM | 8250 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Torque | 414 Nm | 380 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1497 kg | 1765 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 5550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1970 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2950 mm |