1999 Buick Riviera vs. 1987 Volvo 760
To start off, 1999 Buick Riviera is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Volvo 760. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Volvo 760 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 25 more horse power than 1987 Volvo 760. (180 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Buick Riviera should accelerate faster than 1987 Volvo 760. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Buick Riviera weights approximately 350 kg more than 1987 Volvo 760. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1987 Volvo 760 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 1987 Volvo 760. 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 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Volvo 760. (258 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1999 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Volvo 760.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Buick Riviera | 1987 Volvo 760 | |
| Make | Buick | Volvo |
| Model | Riviera | 760 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 2316 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 205 HP | 180 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 258 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1440 mm |
