1999 Buick Riviera vs. 1977 Porsche 930
To start off, 1999 Buick Riviera is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Porsche 930. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Porsche 930 would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Buick Riviera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Porsche 930 (257 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1999 Buick Riviera. (205 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1977 Porsche 930 should accelerate faster than 1999 Buick Riviera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Buick Riviera weights approximately 560 kg more than 1977 Porsche 930.
Because 1977 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 1977 Porsche 930. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 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, 1977 Porsche 930 (343 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Buick Riviera. (312 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1977 Porsche 930 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Buick Riviera. 1999 Buick Riviera has automatic transmission and 1977 Porsche 930 has manual transmission. 1977 Porsche 930 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Buick Riviera will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Buick Riviera | 1977 Porsche 930 | |
Make | Buick | Porsche |
Model | Riviera | 930 |
Year Released | 1999 | 1977 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 2994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 205 HP | 257 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 312 Nm | 343 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 95 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 70.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 6.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1140 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1320 mm |