1987 Buick Riviera vs. 1975 Daihatsu Consorte
To start off, 1987 Buick Riviera is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Daihatsu Consorte. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Daihatsu Consorte 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 92 more horse power than 1975 Daihatsu Consorte. (58 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Buick Riviera should accelerate faster than 1975 Daihatsu Consorte. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Buick Riviera weights approximately 831 kg more than 1975 Daihatsu Consorte. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1975 Daihatsu Consorte 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 1975 Daihatsu Consorte. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 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.
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1987 Buick Riviera | 1975 Daihatsu Consorte | |
Make | Buick | Daihatsu |
Model | Riviera | Consorte |
Year Released | 1987 | 1975 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 958 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 150 HP | 58 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 68 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 66 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1501 kg | 670 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 3650 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1460 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2170 mm |