1972 Buick Riviera vs. 1992 Oldsmobile 88
To start off, 1992 Oldsmobile 88 is newer by 20 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 1992 Oldsmobile 88. (168 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Buick Riviera should accelerate faster than 1992 Oldsmobile 88. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Buick Riviera weights approximately 495 kg more than 1992 Oldsmobile 88. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1972 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 1972 Buick Riviera. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 Oldsmobile 88, 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, 1972 Buick Riviera (518 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 220 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Oldsmobile 88. (298 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1972 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Oldsmobile 88.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Buick Riviera | 1992 Oldsmobile 88 | |
Make | Buick | Oldsmobile |
Model | Riviera | 88 |
Year Released | 1972 | 1992 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7468 cc | 3791 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 250 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 518 Nm | 298 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2040 kg | 1545 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5550 mm | 5100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2820 mm |