1996 Buick Riviera vs. 1972 Nissan Gloria
To start off, 1996 Buick Riviera is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Nissan Gloria. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Nissan Gloria would be higher. At 3,789 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Buick Riviera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Buick Riviera (202 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 1972 Nissan Gloria. (89 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Buick Riviera should accelerate faster than 1972 Nissan Gloria. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Buick Riviera weights approximately 405 kg more than 1972 Nissan Gloria. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1996 Buick Riviera (312 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 152 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Nissan Gloria. (160 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1996 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Nissan Gloria.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Buick Riviera | 1972 Nissan Gloria | |
| Make | Buick | Nissan |
| Model | Riviera | Gloria |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1972 |
| Engine Size | 3789 cc | 1988 cc |
| Horse Power | 202 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2700 mm |
