1987 Buick Riviera vs. 1999 Toyota Avalon
To start off, 1999 Toyota Avalon is newer by 12 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, 1999 Toyota Avalon (210 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1987 Buick Riviera. (150 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Toyota Avalon should accelerate faster than 1987 Buick Riviera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Toyota Avalon weights approximately 180 kg more than 1987 Buick Riviera. 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, 1999 Toyota Avalon (298 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Buick Riviera. (271 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1999 Toyota Avalon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Buick Riviera.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Buick Riviera | 1999 Toyota Avalon | |
Make | Buick | Toyota |
Model | Riviera | Avalon |
Year Released | 1987 | 1999 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 2982 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 150 HP | 210 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 271 Nm | 298 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1501 kg | 1681 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4840 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2610 mm |