1998 Buick Riviera vs. 1980 Toyota Sprinter
To start off, 1998 Buick Riviera is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Toyota Sprinter. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Toyota Sprinter 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 32 more horse power than 1980 Toyota Sprinter. (93 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Buick Riviera should accelerate faster than 1980 Toyota Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Buick Riviera weights approximately 691 kg more than 1980 Toyota Sprinter. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1998 Buick Riviera (287 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Toyota Sprinter. (150 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1998 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Toyota Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Buick Riviera | 1980 Toyota Sprinter | |
Make | Buick | Toyota |
Model | Riviera | Sprinter |
Year Released | 1998 | 1980 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4130 cc | 1588 cc |
Horse Power | 125 HP | 93 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 287 Nm | 150 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Vehicle Weight | 1666 kg | 975 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2410 mm |