1987 Buick Riviera vs. 1966 Triumph 2000
To start off, 1987 Buick Riviera is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Triumph 2000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Triumph 2000 would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1987 Buick Riviera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Buick Riviera (150 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1966 Triumph 2000. (91 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Buick Riviera should accelerate faster than 1966 Triumph 2000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Buick Riviera weights approximately 331 kg more than 1966 Triumph 2000. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1987 Buick Riviera (271 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Triumph 2000. (158 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1987 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Triumph 2000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Buick Riviera | 1966 Triumph 2000 | |
| Make | Buick | Triumph |
| Model | Riviera | 2000 |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 91 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 158 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 74.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1501 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2700 mm |
