1991 Buick Riviera vs. 1979 Ford Escort
To start off, 1991 Buick Riviera is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Ford Escort would be higher. At 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 1991 Buick Riviera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Buick Riviera (170 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 125 more horse power than 1979 Ford Escort. (45 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Buick Riviera should accelerate faster than 1979 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Buick Riviera weights approximately 610 kg more than 1979 Ford Escort. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1979 Ford Escort 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 1979 Ford Escort. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 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, 1991 Buick Riviera (285 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 225 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Ford Escort. (60 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1991 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Ford Escort. 1991 Buick Riviera has automatic transmission and 1979 Ford Escort has manual transmission. 1979 Ford Escort will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1991 Buick Riviera will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1991 Buick Riviera | 1979 Ford Escort | |
Make | Buick | Ford |
Model | Riviera | Escort |
Year Released | 1991 | 1979 |
Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3800 cc | 939 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 170 HP | 45 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 60 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 910 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4060 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1570 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2420 mm |