1995 Buick Riviera vs. 1986 Renault 18
To start off, 1995 Buick Riviera is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Renault 18. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Renault 18 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 136 more horse power than 1986 Renault 18. (104 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Buick Riviera should accelerate faster than 1986 Renault 18. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Buick Riviera weights approximately 565 kg more than 1986 Renault 18. 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 224 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Renault 18. (163 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1995 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Renault 18.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Buick Riviera | 1986 Renault 18 | |
Make | Buick | Renault |
Model | Riviera | 18 |
Year Released | 1995 | 1986 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 240 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 387 Nm | 163 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 9.2:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1135 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1410 mm |