1972 Buick Riviera vs. 1982 Pontiac Firebird
To start off, 1982 Pontiac Firebird is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Buick Riviera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Buick Riviera would be higher. At 7,468 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Buick Riviera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Buick Riviera (250 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1982 Pontiac Firebird. (168 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Buick Riviera should accelerate faster than 1982 Pontiac Firebird.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 1972 Buick Riviera (518 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Pontiac Firebird. (338 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1972 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Pontiac Firebird.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Buick Riviera | 1982 Pontiac Firebird | |
Make | Buick | Pontiac |
Model | Riviera | Firebird |
Year Released | 1972 | 1982 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7468 cc | 4997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 250 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 518 Nm | 338 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5550 mm | 4880 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1270 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 60 L |