1987 Buick Riviera vs. 2004 Honda FR-V
To start off, 2004 Honda FR-V is newer by 17 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 11 more horse power than 2004 Honda FR-V. (139 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Buick Riviera should accelerate faster than 2004 Honda FR-V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Honda FR-V weights approximately 194 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, 2004 Honda FR-V (340 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Buick Riviera. (271 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2004 Honda FR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Buick Riviera.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Buick Riviera | 2004 Honda FR-V | |
Make | Buick | Honda |
Model | Riviera | FR-V |
Year Released | 1987 | 2004 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 2204 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 150 HP | 139 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 271 Nm | 340 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 97.1 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 16.7:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1501 kg | 1695 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1620 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2580 mm |