1987 Buick Riviera vs. 2009 Dodge Grand Caravan
To start off, 2009 Dodge Grand Caravan is newer by 22 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, 2009 Dodge Grand Caravan (175 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1987 Buick Riviera. (150 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Grand Caravan should accelerate faster than 1987 Buick Riviera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Dodge Grand Caravan weights approximately 190 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.
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, 2009 Dodge Grand Caravan (278 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Buick Riviera. (271 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Grand Caravan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Buick Riviera.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Buick Riviera | 2009 Dodge Grand Caravan | |
| Make | Buick | Dodge |
| Model | Riviera | Grand Caravan |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 3299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 278 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 81 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1501 kg | 1691 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 5150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 3080 mm |
