1971 Buick Riviera vs. 1987 Ford Sierra
To start off, 1987 Ford Sierra is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Buick Riviera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Buick Riviera would be higher. At 7,468 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Buick Riviera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Buick Riviera (311 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 199 more horse power than 1987 Ford Sierra. (112 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Buick Riviera should accelerate faster than 1987 Ford Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Buick Riviera weights approximately 905 kg more than 1987 Ford Sierra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1971 Buick Riviera (617 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 437 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Ford Sierra. (180 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1971 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Ford Sierra.
Compare all specifications:
1971 Buick Riviera | 1987 Ford Sierra | |
Make | Buick | Ford |
Model | Riviera | Sierra |
Year Released | 1971 | 1987 |
Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7468 cc | 2292 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 311 HP | 112 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 617 Nm | 180 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 2040 kg | 1135 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2620 mm |