1987 Buick Riviera vs. 1979 Mitsubishi Jeep
To start off, 1987 Buick Riviera is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Mitsubishi Jeep. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Mitsubishi Jeep 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 47 more horse power than 1979 Mitsubishi Jeep. (103 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Buick Riviera should accelerate faster than 1979 Mitsubishi Jeep. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Mitsubishi Jeep weights approximately 19 kg more than 1987 Buick Riviera.
Because 1979 Mitsubishi Jeep is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 Buick Riviera. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1979 Mitsubishi Jeep will offer significantly more control. 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, 1987 Buick Riviera (271 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Mitsubishi Jeep. (197 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1987 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Mitsubishi Jeep. 1987 Buick Riviera has automatic transmission and 1979 Mitsubishi Jeep has manual transmission. 1979 Mitsubishi Jeep will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1987 Buick Riviera will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Buick Riviera | 1979 Mitsubishi Jeep | |
| Make | Buick | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Riviera | Jeep |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1979 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 2384 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 103 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 197 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1501 kg | 1520 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1900 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2650 mm |
