1974 Buick Riviera vs. 1986 Chevrolet Camaro
To start off, 1986 Chevrolet Camaro is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Buick Riviera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Buick Riviera would be higher. At 7,468 cc (6 cylinders), 1974 Buick Riviera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Buick Riviera (250 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 161 more horse power than 1986 Chevrolet Camaro. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Buick Riviera should accelerate faster than 1986 Chevrolet Camaro.
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, 1974 Buick Riviera (518 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 339 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Chevrolet Camaro. (179 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1974 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Chevrolet Camaro.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Buick Riviera | 1986 Chevrolet Camaro | |
Make | Buick | Chevrolet |
Model | Riviera | Camaro |
Year Released | 1974 | 1986 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7468 cc | 2474 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 250 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 518 Nm | 179 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 4880 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1860 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2580 mm |