1972 Buick Riviera vs. 1986 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 1986 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 14 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 20 more horse power than 1986 Chevrolet Corvette. (230 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Buick Riviera should accelerate faster than 1986 Chevrolet Corvette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Buick Riviera weights approximately 602 kg more than 1986 Chevrolet Corvette. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 71 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Chevrolet Corvette. (447 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1972 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Chevrolet Corvette. 1972 Buick Riviera has automatic transmission and 1986 Chevrolet Corvette has manual transmission. 1986 Chevrolet Corvette will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1972 Buick Riviera will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Buick Riviera | 1986 Chevrolet Corvette | |
Make | Buick | Chevrolet |
Model | Riviera | Corvette |
Year Released | 1972 | 1986 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7468 cc | 5733 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 250 HP | 230 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 518 Nm | 447 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2040 kg | 1438 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5550 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1190 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2450 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 68 L |