1995 Buick Riviera vs. 1981 Lancia Gamma
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 Gamma. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Lancia Gamma 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 (202 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 1981 Lancia Gamma. (116 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Buick Riviera should accelerate faster than 1981 Lancia Gamma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Buick Riviera weights approximately 380 kg more than 1981 Lancia Gamma. 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 (313 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 138 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Lancia Gamma. (175 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1995 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Lancia Gamma.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Buick Riviera | 1981 Lancia Gamma | |
Make | Buick | Lancia |
Model | Riviera | Gamma |
Year Released | 1995 | 1981 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 202 HP | 116 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 313 Nm | 175 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 84.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 90 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1320 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1430 mm |