1998 Buick Riviera vs. 1985 Buick Electra
To start off, 1998 Buick Riviera is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Buick Electra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Buick Electra 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 16 more horse power than 1985 Buick Electra. (109 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Buick Riviera should accelerate faster than 1985 Buick Electra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Buick Riviera weights approximately 266 kg more than 1985 Buick Electra. 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 91 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Buick Electra. (196 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1998 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Buick Electra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Buick Riviera | 1985 Buick Electra | |
| Make | Buick | Buick |
| Model | Riviera | Electra |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4130 cc | 2966 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 125 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 287 Nm | 196 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1666 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2820 mm |
