1989 Buick Riviera vs. 1973 Toyota Corona
To start off, 1989 Buick Riviera is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 1989 Buick Riviera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Buick Riviera (165 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 1973 Toyota Corona. (82 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Buick Riviera should accelerate faster than 1973 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Buick Riviera weights approximately 522 kg more than 1973 Toyota Corona. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1973 Toyota Corona 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 Toyota Corona. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 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, 1989 Buick Riviera (285 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 152 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Toyota Corona. (133 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1989 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Toyota Corona. 1989 Buick Riviera has automatic transmission and 1973 Toyota Corona has manual transmission. 1973 Toyota Corona will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1989 Buick Riviera will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Buick Riviera | 1973 Toyota Corona | |
| Make | Buick | Toyota |
| Model | Riviera | Corona |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3800 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 165 HP | 82 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 77 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1524 kg | 1002 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2510 mm |
