1987 Buick Riviera vs. 2005 Hyundai Tucson
To start off, 2005 Hyundai Tucson is newer by 18 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, 2005 Hyundai Tucson (173 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1987 Buick Riviera. (150 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Hyundai Tucson should accelerate faster than 1987 Buick Riviera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Hyundai Tucson weights approximately 108 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.
Because 2005 Hyundai Tucson is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 Buick Riviera. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Hyundai Tucson will offer significantly more control. 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) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Hyundai Tucson. (241 Nm). This means 1987 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Hyundai Tucson.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Buick Riviera | 2005 Hyundai Tucson | |
| Make | Buick | Hyundai |
| Model | Riviera | Tucson |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 2654 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 241 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1501 kg | 1609 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2540 mm |
