2006 Buick LaCrosse vs. 1976 Buick Riviera
To start off, 2006 Buick LaCrosse is newer by 30 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, 2006 Buick LaCrosse (240 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1976 Buick Riviera. (182 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Buick LaCrosse should accelerate faster than 1976 Buick Riviera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Buick LaCrosse weights approximately 181 kg more than 1976 Buick Riviera. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2006 Buick LaCrosse, 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 @ 2000 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Buick LaCrosse. (305 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1976 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Buick LaCrosse.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Buick LaCrosse | 1976 Buick Riviera | |
Make | Buick | Buick |
Model | LaCrosse | Riviera |
Year Released | 2006 | 1976 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3556 cc | 6595 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 240 HP | 182 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 305 Nm | 435 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1946 kg | 1765 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 5550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1970 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2950 mm |