1987 Buick Riviera vs. 2007 Ford Ranger
To start off, 2007 Ford Ranger 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 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1987 Buick Riviera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Buick Riviera (150 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 2007 Ford Ranger. (108 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Buick Riviera should accelerate faster than 2007 Ford Ranger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ford Ranger weights approximately 155 kg more than 1987 Buick Riviera.
Because 2007 Ford Ranger is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2007 Ford Ranger. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 Buick Riviera, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 @ 2000 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Ford Ranger. (257 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1987 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Ford Ranger. 1987 Buick Riviera has automatic transmission and 2007 Ford Ranger has manual transmission. 2007 Ford Ranger will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1987 Buick Riviera will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1987 Buick Riviera | 2007 Ford Ranger | |
Make | Buick | Ford |
Model | Riviera | Ranger |
Year Released | 1987 | 2007 |
Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 2499 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 150 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 271 Nm | 257 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 19.8:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1501 kg | 1656 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2990 mm |