1998 Buick Riviera vs. 1977 Honda Civic
To start off, 1998 Buick Riviera is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Honda Civic would be higher. At 4,130 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Buick Riviera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Buick Riviera (125 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1977 Honda Civic. (53 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Buick Riviera should accelerate faster than 1977 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Buick Riviera weights approximately 991 kg more than 1977 Honda Civic. 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, 1998 Buick Riviera (287 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 208 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Honda Civic. (79 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1998 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Buick Riviera | 1977 Honda Civic | |
Make | Buick | Honda |
Model | Riviera | Civic |
Year Released | 1998 | 1977 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4130 cc | 1169 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 125 HP | 53 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 287 Nm | 79 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 100.7 mm | 72 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 76 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 8.1:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1666 kg | 675 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 3570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1510 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2210 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 41 L |