1987 Buick Riviera vs. 2006 Jeep Commander
To start off, 2006 Jeep Commander 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 4,703 cc, 2006 Jeep Commander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Jeep Commander (235 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1987 Buick Riviera. (150 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Jeep Commander should accelerate faster than 1987 Buick Riviera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Jeep Commander weights approximately 176 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 2006 Jeep Commander 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, 2006 Jeep Commander 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, 2006 Jeep Commander (414 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 143 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Buick Riviera. (271 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Jeep Commander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Buick Riviera.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Buick Riviera | 2006 Jeep Commander | |
Make | Buick | Jeep |
Model | Riviera | Commander |
Year Released | 1987 | 2006 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 4703 cc |
Horse Power | 150 HP | 235 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 271 Nm | 414 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 101 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 9.1:1 |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1501 kg | 1677 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1830 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2790 mm |