1984 Buick Electra vs. 2000 Buick Riviera
To start off, 2000 Buick Riviera is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Buick Electra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Buick Electra would be higher. At 4,127 cc (6 cylinders), 1984 Buick Electra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Buick Riviera (202 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1984 Buick Electra. (123 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Buick Riviera should accelerate faster than 1984 Buick Electra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Buick Riviera weights approximately 10 kg more than 1984 Buick Electra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1984 Buick Electra 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 1984 Buick Electra. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Buick Riviera, 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, 2000 Buick Riviera (312 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Buick Electra. (278 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2000 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Buick Electra.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Buick Electra | 2000 Buick Riviera | |
Make | Buick | Buick |
Model | Electra | Riviera |
Year Released | 1984 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4127 cc | 3791 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 202 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 278 Nm | 312 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 1700 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5600 mm | 5270 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1400 mm |