1987 Buick Riviera vs. 1990 Ford Telstar
To start off, 1990 Ford Telstar is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Buick Riviera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Buick Riviera 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 56 more horse power than 1990 Ford Telstar. (94 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Buick Riviera should accelerate faster than 1990 Ford Telstar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Buick Riviera weights approximately 471 kg more than 1990 Ford Telstar. 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 113 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Ford Telstar. (158 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1987 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Ford Telstar.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Buick Riviera | 1990 Ford Telstar | |
Make | Buick | Ford |
Model | Riviera | Telstar |
Year Released | 1987 | 1990 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 150 HP | 94 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 271 Nm | 158 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1501 kg | 1030 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4390 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2520 mm |