1998 Buick Regal vs. 1976 Buick Riviera
To start off, 1998 Buick Regal is newer by 22 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, 1998 Buick Regal (205 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1976 Buick Riviera. (182 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Buick Regal should accelerate faster than 1976 Buick Riviera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Buick Riviera weights approximately 271 kg more than 1998 Buick Regal.
Because 1976 Buick Riviera 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 Riviera. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Buick Regal, 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 Riviera (435 Nm) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Buick Regal. (312 Nm). This means 1976 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Buick Regal.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Buick Regal | 1976 Buick Riviera | |
| Make | Buick | Buick |
| Model | Regal | Riviera |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 6595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 205 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 435 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1494 kg | 1765 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 5550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1970 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2950 mm |
