1996 Buick Riviera vs. 1986 Pontiac Bonneville
To start off, 1996 Buick Riviera is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Pontiac Bonneville. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Pontiac Bonneville would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1986 Pontiac Bonneville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Buick Riviera (202 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1986 Pontiac Bonneville. (149 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Buick Riviera should accelerate faster than 1986 Pontiac Bonneville. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Buick Riviera weights approximately 200 kg more than 1986 Pontiac Bonneville. 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) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Pontiac Bonneville. (271 Nm). This means 1996 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Pontiac Bonneville.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Buick Riviera | 1986 Pontiac Bonneville | |
| Make | Buick | Pontiac |
| Model | Riviera | Bonneville |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3789 cc | 3791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 202 HP | 149 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 96.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 5050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2820 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 68 L |
