1987 Buick Riviera vs. 2000 Chrysler Grand Voyager
To start off, 2000 Chrysler Grand Voyager is newer by 13 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 2 more horse power than 2000 Chrysler Grand Voyager. (148 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Buick Riviera should accelerate faster than 2000 Chrysler Grand Voyager. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Chrysler Grand Voyager weights approximately 204 kg more than 1987 Buick Riviera.
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 44 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Chrysler Grand Voyager. (227 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1987 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Chrysler Grand Voyager. 1987 Buick Riviera has automatic transmission and 2000 Chrysler Grand Voyager has manual transmission. 2000 Chrysler Grand Voyager 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.
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1987 Buick Riviera | 2000 Chrysler Grand Voyager | |
Make | Buick | Chrysler |
Model | Riviera | Grand Voyager |
Year Released | 1987 | 2000 |
Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 2429 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 150 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 271 Nm | 227 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 87.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 101 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 9.4:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1501 kg | 1705 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 5080 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1960 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1800 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 3040 mm |