1999 Buick Riviera vs. 1981 Honda Accord
To start off, 1999 Buick Riviera is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Honda Accord 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 126 more horse power than 1981 Honda Accord. (79 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Buick Riviera should accelerate faster than 1981 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Buick Riviera weights approximately 810 kg more than 1981 Honda Accord. 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 186 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Honda Accord. (126 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1999 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Honda Accord. 1999 Buick Riviera has automatic transmission and 1981 Honda Accord has manual transmission. 1981 Honda Accord 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 | 1981 Honda Accord | |
Make | Buick | Honda |
Model | Riviera | Accord |
Year Released | 1999 | 1981 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1602 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 205 HP | 79 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 312 Nm | 126 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 77 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 8.4:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 890 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 4350 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1370 mm |