1996 Buick Riviera vs. 1986 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1996 Buick Riviera is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 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 128 more horse power than 1986 Toyota Corolla. (74 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Buick Riviera should accelerate faster than 1986 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Buick Riviera weights approximately 820 kg more than 1986 Toyota Corolla. 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 209 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Toyota Corolla. (103 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1996 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Buick Riviera | 1986 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Buick | Toyota |
| Model | Riviera | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3789 cc | 1293 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 202 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 103 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 71 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 70 L |
