2000 Buick Riviera vs. 1984 Toyota Camry
To start off, 2000 Buick Riviera is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Toyota Camry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Toyota Camry 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 113 more horse power than 1984 Toyota Camry. (89 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Buick Riviera should accelerate faster than 1984 Toyota Camry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Buick Riviera weights approximately 650 kg more than 1984 Toyota Camry. 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 167 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Toyota Camry. (145 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2000 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Toyota Camry.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Buick Riviera | 1984 Toyota Camry | |
Make | Buick | Toyota |
Model | Riviera | Camry |
Year Released | 2000 | 1984 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1832 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 202 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 312 Nm | 145 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1050 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1380 mm |