1998 Buick Riviera vs. 1982 Honda Prelude
To start off, 1998 Buick Riviera is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Honda Prelude. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Honda Prelude 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 18 more horse power than 1982 Honda Prelude. (107 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Buick Riviera should accelerate faster than 1982 Honda Prelude. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Buick Riviera weights approximately 691 kg more than 1982 Honda Prelude. 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 132 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Honda Prelude. (155 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1998 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Honda Prelude.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Buick Riviera | 1982 Honda Prelude | |
Make | Buick | Honda |
Model | Riviera | Prelude |
Year Released | 1998 | 1982 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4130 cc | 1829 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 125 HP | 107 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 287 Nm | 155 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 100.7 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 91 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
Top Speed | 161 km/hour | 183 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1666 kg | 975 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2570 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 61 L |