1998 Buick Riviera vs. 1979 Lancia Gamma
To start off, 1998 Buick Riviera is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Lancia Gamma. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Lancia Gamma 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 9 more horse power than 1979 Lancia Gamma. (116 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Buick Riviera should accelerate faster than 1979 Lancia Gamma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Buick Riviera weights approximately 346 kg more than 1979 Lancia Gamma. 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 112 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Lancia Gamma. (175 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1998 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Lancia Gamma.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Buick Riviera | 1979 Lancia Gamma | |
| Make | Buick | Lancia |
| Model | Riviera | Gamma |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4130 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 125 HP | 116 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 287 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 100.7 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 8.9:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1666 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 59 L |
