1998 Buick Riviera vs. 1985 Porsche 930
To start off, 1998 Buick Riviera is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Porsche 930. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Porsche 930 would be higher. At 4,130 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Buick Riviera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Porsche 930 (297 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 172 more horse power than 1998 Buick Riviera. (125 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Porsche 930 should accelerate faster than 1998 Buick Riviera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Buick Riviera weights approximately 366 kg more than 1985 Porsche 930.
Because 1985 Porsche 930 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1985 Porsche 930. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Buick Riviera, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1985 Porsche 930 (431 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Buick Riviera. (287 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1985 Porsche 930 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Buick Riviera. 1998 Buick Riviera has automatic transmission and 1985 Porsche 930 has manual transmission. 1985 Porsche 930 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 Buick Riviera will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Buick Riviera | 1985 Porsche 930 | |
| Make | Buick | Porsche |
| Model | Riviera | 930 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1985 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4130 cc | 3299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 125 HP | 297 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 287 Nm | 431 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 100.7 mm | 97 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 74.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 7.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1666 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2510 mm |
