1997 Buick Riviera vs. 1976 Volkswagen SP2
To start off, 1997 Buick Riviera is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Volkswagen SP2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Volkswagen SP2 would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Buick Riviera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Buick Riviera (202 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 127 more horse power than 1976 Volkswagen SP2. (75 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Buick Riviera should accelerate faster than 1976 Volkswagen SP2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Buick Riviera weights approximately 810 kg more than 1976 Volkswagen SP2. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1997 Buick Riviera (312 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 191 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Volkswagen SP2. (121 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1997 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Volkswagen SP2.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Buick Riviera | 1976 Volkswagen SP2 | |
| Make | Buick | Volkswagen |
| Model | Riviera | SP2 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1679 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 202 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 121 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1160 mm |
