1996 Buick Riviera vs. 1983 Honda Accord
To start off, 1996 Buick Riviera is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Honda Accord 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 113 more horse power than 1983 Honda Accord. (89 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Buick Riviera should accelerate faster than 1983 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Buick Riviera weights approximately 740 kg more than 1983 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, 1996 Buick Riviera (312 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 184 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Honda Accord. (128 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1996 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Buick Riviera | 1983 Honda Accord | |
Make | Buick | Honda |
Model | Riviera | Accord |
Year Released | 1996 | 1983 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3789 cc | 1596 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 202 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 312 Nm | 128 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 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 | 1410 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2460 mm |