1996 Buick Riviera vs. 1975 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1996 Buick Riviera is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 3,789 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Buick Riviera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Buick Riviera (202 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 1975 Toyota Corolla. (99 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Buick Riviera should accelerate faster than 1975 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Buick Riviera weights approximately 845 kg more than 1975 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1996 Buick Riviera (312 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 167 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Toyota Corolla. (145 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1996 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Buick Riviera | 1975 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Buick | Toyota |
Model | Riviera | Corolla |
Year Released | 1996 | 1975 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3789 cc | 1588 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 202 HP | 99 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 312 Nm | 145 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 855 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 3960 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1600 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2340 mm |