1987 Buick Riviera vs. 2006 Toyota RAV4
To start off, 2006 Toyota RAV4 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 Toyota RAV4 (269 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 1987 Buick Riviera. (150 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota RAV4 should accelerate faster than 1987 Buick Riviera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Buick Riviera weights approximately 316 kg more than 2006 Toyota RAV4.
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 Toyota RAV4 (334 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Buick Riviera. (271 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Toyota RAV4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Buick Riviera.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Buick Riviera | 2006 Toyota RAV4 | |
Make | Buick | Toyota |
Model | Riviera | RAV4 |
Year Released | 1987 | 2006 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 3538 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 150 HP | 269 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 271 Nm | 334 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 11.5:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1501 kg | 1185 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4610 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1690 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2670 mm |