1999 Buick Riviera vs. 1984 Renault 5
To start off, 1999 Buick Riviera is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Renault 5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Renault 5 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 47 more horse power than 1984 Renault 5. (158 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Buick Riviera should accelerate faster than 1984 Renault 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Buick Riviera weights approximately 730 kg more than 1984 Renault 5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1984 Renault 5 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 1984 Renault 5. 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, 1999 Buick Riviera (312 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Renault 5. (221 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1999 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Renault 5.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Buick Riviera | 1984 Renault 5 | |
| Make | Buick | Renault |
| Model | Riviera | 5 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1397 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 205 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 7.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1330 mm |
