1996 Buick Riviera vs. 1981 Ford Laser
To start off, 1996 Buick Riviera is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Ford Laser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Ford Laser 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 117 more horse power than 1981 Ford Laser. (85 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Buick Riviera should accelerate faster than 1981 Ford Laser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Buick Riviera weights approximately 908 kg more than 1981 Ford Laser. 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, 1996 Buick Riviera (312 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 192 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Ford Laser. (120 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1996 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Ford Laser.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Buick Riviera | 1981 Ford Laser | |
Make | Buick | Ford |
Model | Riviera | Laser |
Year Released | 1996 | 1981 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3789 cc | 1490 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 202 HP | 85 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 312 Nm | 120 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 792 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 3960 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2370 mm |