1995 Buick Riviera vs. 1982 Honda Accord
To start off, 1995 Buick Riviera is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Honda Accord 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 161 more horse power than 1982 Honda Accord. (79 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Buick Riviera should accelerate faster than 1982 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Buick Riviera weights approximately 740 kg more than 1982 Honda Accord. 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 261 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Honda Accord. (126 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1995 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Buick Riviera | 1982 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Buick | Honda |
| Model | Riviera | Accord |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1982 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1602 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 387 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1360 mm |
