1987 Buick Riviera vs. 1986 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 1987 Buick Riviera is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Volkswagen Passat. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Volkswagen Passat 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 91 more horse power than 1986 Volkswagen Passat. (59 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Buick Riviera should accelerate faster than 1986 Volkswagen Passat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Buick Riviera weights approximately 475 kg more than 1986 Volkswagen Passat. 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, 1987 Buick Riviera (271 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 171 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Volkswagen Passat. (100 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1987 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Volkswagen Passat.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Buick Riviera | 1986 Volkswagen Passat | |
Make | Buick | Volkswagen |
Model | Riviera | Passat |
Year Released | 1987 | 1986 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1297 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 150 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 271 Nm | 100 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 72 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1501 kg | 1026 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2560 mm |