1987 Buick Riviera vs. 2000 Ford Equator
To start off, 2000 Ford Equator 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 22 more horse power than 2000 Ford Equator. (128 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Buick Riviera should accelerate faster than 2000 Ford Equator. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Buick Riviera weights approximately 293 kg more than 2000 Ford Equator. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1987 Buick Riviera (271 Nm) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Ford Equator. (160 Nm). This means 1987 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Ford Equator.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Buick Riviera | 2000 Ford Equator | |
| Make | Buick | Ford |
| Model | Riviera | Equator |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1787 cc |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 128 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1501 kg | 1208 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 3260 mm |
