1996 Buick Riviera vs. 1984 Porsche 911
To start off, 1996 Buick Riviera is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,789 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Buick Riviera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Porsche 911 (229 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1996 Buick Riviera. (202 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1996 Buick Riviera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Buick Riviera weights approximately 470 kg more than 1984 Porsche 911.
Because 1984 Porsche 911 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 1984 Porsche 911. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 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, 1996 Buick Riviera (312 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Porsche 911. (286 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1996 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Porsche 911. 1996 Buick Riviera has automatic transmission and 1984 Porsche 911 has manual transmission. 1984 Porsche 911 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1996 Buick Riviera will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Buick Riviera | 1984 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Buick | Porsche |
| Model | Riviera | 911 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1984 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3789 cc | 3164 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 202 HP | 229 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 286 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 74.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2280 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 80 L |
