2006 Buick Rendezvous vs. 1976 Buick Riviera
To start off, 2006 Buick Rendezvous 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 Rendezvous (195 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1976 Buick Riviera. (182 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Buick Rendezvous should accelerate faster than 1976 Buick Riviera.
Because 2006 Buick Rendezvous is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1976 Buick Riviera. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Buick Rendezvous will offer significantly more control. 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 143 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Buick Rendezvous. (292 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1976 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Buick Rendezvous.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Buick Rendezvous | 1976 Buick Riviera | |
Make | Buick | Buick |
Model | Rendezvous | Riviera |
Year Released | 2006 | 1976 |
Body Type | Crossover | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3491 cc | 6595 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 195 HP | 182 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 292 Nm | 435 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 5550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1970 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2950 mm |