2000 Buick Riviera vs. 1979 Lancia Delta
To start off, 2000 Buick Riviera is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Lancia Delta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Lancia Delta would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Buick Riviera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Buick Riviera (202 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 127 more horse power than 1979 Lancia Delta. (75 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Buick Riviera should accelerate faster than 1979 Lancia Delta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Buick Riviera weights approximately 765 kg more than 1979 Lancia Delta. 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, 2000 Buick Riviera (312 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 207 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Lancia Delta. (105 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2000 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Lancia Delta. 2000 Buick Riviera has automatic transmission and 1979 Lancia Delta has manual transmission. 1979 Lancia Delta will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Buick Riviera will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Buick Riviera | 1979 Lancia Delta | |
Make | Buick | Lancia |
Model | Riviera | Delta |
Year Released | 2000 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1301 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 202 HP | 75 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 312 Nm | 105 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 9.1:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 935 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 3900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1400 mm |