1987 Buick Riviera vs. 1993 Ford Escort
To start off, 1993 Ford Escort is newer by 6 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 80 more horse power than 1993 Ford Escort. (70 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Buick Riviera should accelerate faster than 1993 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Buick Riviera weights approximately 436 kg more than 1993 Ford Escort. 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 157 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Ford Escort. (114 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1987 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Ford Escort. 1987 Buick Riviera has automatic transmission and 1993 Ford Escort has manual transmission. 1993 Ford Escort 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 | 1993 Ford Escort | |
Make | Buick | Ford |
Model | Riviera | Escort |
Year Released | 1987 | 1993 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1390 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 150 HP | 70 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 271 Nm | 114 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 77.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 74.3 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1501 kg | 1065 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4040 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1350 mm |