1973 Buick Riviera vs. 1994 Mercury Grand Marquis
To start off, 1994 Mercury Grand Marquis is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Buick Riviera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Buick Riviera would be higher. At 7,468 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Buick Riviera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Buick Riviera (250 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1994 Mercury Grand Marquis. (208 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Buick Riviera should accelerate faster than 1994 Mercury Grand Marquis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Buick Riviera weights approximately 325 kg more than 1994 Mercury Grand Marquis. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Buick Riviera | 1994 Mercury Grand Marquis | |
| Make | Buick | Mercury |
| Model | Riviera | Grand Marquis |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1994 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7468 cc | 4599 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 250 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2040 kg | 1715 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 5400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1980 mm |
