1991 Buick Riviera vs. 1985 Toyota Camry
To start off, 1991 Buick Riviera is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Toyota Camry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Toyota Camry 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 87 more horse power than 1985 Toyota Camry. (83 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Buick Riviera should accelerate faster than 1985 Toyota Camry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Buick Riviera weights approximately 350 kg more than 1985 Toyota Camry. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear 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, 1991 Buick Riviera (285 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Toyota Camry. (164 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1991 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Toyota Camry.
Compare all specifications:
1991 Buick Riviera | 1985 Toyota Camry | |
Make | Buick | Toyota |
Model | Riviera | Camry |
Year Released | 1991 | 1985 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3800 cc | 1974 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 170 HP | 83 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 164 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 86.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 23.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1170 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2610 mm |