1997 Buick Riviera vs. 1959 Renault Floride
To start off, 1997 Buick Riviera is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Renault Floride. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Renault Floride would be higher. At 3,790 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Buick Riviera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Buick Riviera (180 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 144 more horse power than 1959 Renault Floride. (36 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Buick Riviera should accelerate faster than 1959 Renault Floride. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Buick Riviera weights approximately 935 kg more than 1959 Renault Floride. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1959 Renault Floride 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 1959 Renault Floride. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 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, 1997 Buick Riviera (364 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 299 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Renault Floride. (65 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1997 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Renault Floride. 1997 Buick Riviera has automatic transmission and 1959 Renault Floride has manual transmission. 1959 Renault Floride will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1997 Buick Riviera will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Buick Riviera | 1959 Renault Floride | |
| Make | Buick | Renault |
| Model | Riviera | Floride |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1959 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3790 cc | 845 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 180 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 364 Nm | 65 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1681 kg | 746 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2270 mm |
