1995 Buick Riviera vs. 1981 Lancia Beta
To start off, 1995 Buick Riviera is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Lancia Beta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Lancia Beta would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Buick Riviera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Buick Riviera (240 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 158 more horse power than 1981 Lancia Beta. (82 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Buick Riviera should accelerate faster than 1981 Lancia Beta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Buick Riviera weights approximately 700 kg more than 1981 Lancia Beta. 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, 1995 Buick Riviera (387 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 275 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Lancia Beta. (112 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1995 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Lancia Beta. 1995 Buick Riviera has automatic transmission and 1981 Lancia Beta has manual transmission. 1981 Lancia Beta will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1995 Buick Riviera will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Buick Riviera | 1981 Lancia Beta | |
| Make | Buick | Lancia |
| Model | Riviera | Beta |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1981 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1367 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 82 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 387 Nm | 112 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 71.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1290 mm |
