1987 Buick Riviera vs. 2006 Ford Freestyle
To start off, 2006 Ford Freestyle is newer by 19 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, 2006 Ford Freestyle (203 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1987 Buick Riviera. (150 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Freestyle should accelerate faster than 1987 Buick Riviera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Buick Riviera weights approximately 281 kg more than 2006 Ford Freestyle.
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, 2006 Ford Freestyle (282 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Buick Riviera. (271 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Freestyle will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Buick Riviera.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Buick Riviera | 2006 Ford Freestyle | |
Make | Buick | Ford |
Model | Riviera | Freestyle |
Year Released | 1987 | 2006 |
Body Type | Coupe | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 2983 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 150 HP | 203 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 271 Nm | 282 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1501 kg | 1220 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 5080 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1680 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2870 mm |