1999 Buick Riviera vs. 1985 Toyota Century
To start off, 1999 Buick Riviera is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Toyota Century. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Toyota Century would be higher. At 3,995 cc (8 cylinders), 1985 Toyota Century is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Buick Riviera (205 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1985 Toyota Century. (153 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Buick Riviera should accelerate faster than 1985 Toyota Century. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Toyota Century weights approximately 100 kg more than 1999 Buick Riviera.
Because 1985 Toyota Century 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 Toyota Century. 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 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Toyota Century. (290 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1999 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Toyota Century.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Buick Riviera | 1985 Toyota Century | |
Make | Buick | Toyota |
Model | Riviera | Century |
Year Released | 1999 | 1985 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 3995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 205 HP | 153 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 312 Nm | 290 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1800 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 4990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1470 mm |