2000 Buick Riviera vs. 1976 Peugeot 104
To start off, 2000 Buick Riviera is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Peugeot 104. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Peugeot 104 would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Buick Riviera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Buick Riviera (202 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 122 more horse power than 1976 Peugeot 104. (80 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Buick Riviera should accelerate faster than 1976 Peugeot 104. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Buick Riviera weights approximately 890 kg more than 1976 Peugeot 104. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear 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, 2000 Buick Riviera (312 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 203 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Peugeot 104. (109 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2000 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Peugeot 104. 2000 Buick Riviera has automatic transmission and 1976 Peugeot 104 has manual transmission. 1976 Peugeot 104 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Buick Riviera will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Buick Riviera | 1976 Peugeot 104 | |
| Make | Buick | Peugeot |
| Model | Riviera | 104 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 202 HP | 80 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 109 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 810 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 3380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1360 mm |
