1995 Buick Riviera vs. 1983 Dodge Mirada
To start off, 1995 Buick Riviera is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Dodge Mirada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Dodge Mirada would be higher. At 5,210 cc (8 cylinders), 1983 Dodge Mirada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Buick Riviera (240 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1983 Dodge Mirada. (145 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Buick Riviera should accelerate faster than 1983 Dodge Mirada.
Because 1983 Dodge Mirada 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 1983 Dodge Mirada. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 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, 1995 Buick Riviera (387 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Dodge Mirada. (343 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1995 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Dodge Mirada.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Buick Riviera | 1983 Dodge Mirada | |
| Make | Buick | Dodge |
| Model | Riviera | Mirada |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1983 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 5210 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 387 Nm | 343 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 99.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 84.1 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 5330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1360 mm |
