1987 Buick Riviera vs. 2001 Renault Laguna
To start off, 2001 Renault Laguna is newer by 14 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, 2001 Renault Laguna (208 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1987 Buick Riviera. (150 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Renault Laguna should accelerate faster than 1987 Buick Riviera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Buick Riviera weights approximately 91 kg more than 2001 Renault Laguna.
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, 2001 Renault Laguna (285 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Buick Riviera. (271 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2001 Renault Laguna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Buick Riviera.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Buick Riviera | 2001 Renault Laguna | |
Make | Buick | Renault |
Model | Riviera | Laguna |
Year Released | 1987 | 2001 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 2945 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 150 HP | 208 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 271 Nm | 285 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 82.6 mm |
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 | 1410 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2750 mm |