1997 Buick Riviera vs. 1984 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1997 Buick Riviera is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Buick Riviera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Buick Riviera (202 HP) has 122 more horse power than 1984 Toyota Corolla. (80 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Buick Riviera should accelerate faster than 1984 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Buick Riviera weights approximately 760 kg more than 1984 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, 1997 Buick Riviera (312 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 191 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Toyota Corolla. (121 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1997 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Buick Riviera | 1984 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Buick | Toyota |
| Model | Riviera | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 202 HP | 80 HP |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 121 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1390 mm |
