1987 Buick Riviera vs. 2007 Chevrolet Silverado
To start off, 2007 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 20 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 4,807 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chevrolet Silverado (295 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 145 more horse power than 1987 Buick Riviera. (150 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 1987 Buick Riviera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 249 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 2007 Chevrolet Silverado 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, 2007 Chevrolet Silverado 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, 2007 Chevrolet Silverado (414 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 143 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Buick Riviera. (271 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Buick Riviera.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Buick Riviera | 2007 Chevrolet Silverado | |
Make | Buick | Chevrolet |
Model | Riviera | Silverado |
Year Released | 1987 | 2007 |
Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 4807 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 150 HP | 295 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 271 Nm | 414 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 96.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1501 kg | 1750 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 5850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1880 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 3650 mm |