1999 Buick Riviera vs. 1981 Ford Laser
To start off, 1999 Buick Riviera is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Ford Laser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Ford Laser would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Buick Riviera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Buick Riviera (205 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 1981 Ford Laser. (85 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Buick Riviera should accelerate faster than 1981 Ford Laser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Buick Riviera weights approximately 908 kg more than 1981 Ford Laser. 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, 1999 Buick Riviera (312 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 192 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Ford Laser. (120 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1999 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Ford Laser.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Buick Riviera | 1981 Ford Laser | |
| Make | Buick | Ford |
| Model | Riviera | Laser |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1490 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 205 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 792 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1380 mm |
