1970 Buick Riviera vs. 1984 Buick Century
To start off, 1984 Buick Century is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Buick Riviera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Buick Riviera would be higher. At 7,468 cc (6 cylinders), 1970 Buick Riviera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Buick Riviera (265 HP) has 155 more horse power than 1984 Buick Century. (110 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Buick Riviera should accelerate faster than 1984 Buick Century.
Because 1970 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 1970 Buick Riviera. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 Buick Century, 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, 1970 Buick Riviera (522 Nm) has 325 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Buick Century. (197 Nm). This means 1970 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Buick Century.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Buick Riviera | 1984 Buick Century | |
Make | Buick | Buick |
Model | Riviera | Century |
Year Released | 1970 | 1984 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7468 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 265 HP | 110 HP |
Torque | 522 Nm | 197 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 4803 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1763 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1364 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2662 mm |