1973 Buick Riviera vs. 1996 Proton 300
To start off, 1996 Proton 300 is newer by 23 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 162 more horse power than 1996 Proton 300. (88 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Buick Riviera should accelerate faster than 1996 Proton 300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Buick Riviera weights approximately 1000 kg more than 1996 Proton 300. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1973 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 1973 Buick Riviera. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Proton 300, 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, 1973 Buick Riviera (518 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 392 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Proton 300. (126 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1973 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Proton 300. 1973 Buick Riviera has automatic transmission and 1996 Proton 300 has manual transmission. 1996 Proton 300 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1973 Buick Riviera will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Buick Riviera | 1996 Proton 300 | |
| Make | Buick | Proton |
| Model | Riviera | 300 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7468 cc | 1468 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 250 HP | 88 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 518 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 2040 kg | 1040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2450 mm |
