1987 Buick Riviera vs. 2012 Dodge Ram
To start off, 2012 Dodge Ram is newer by 25 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 5,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Dodge Ram (390 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 240 more horse power than 1987 Buick Riviera. (150 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 1987 Buick Riviera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Dodge Ram weights approximately 845 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 2012 Dodge Ram 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 2012 Dodge Ram. 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, 2012 Dodge Ram (551 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 280 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Buick Riviera. (271 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2012 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Buick Riviera.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Buick Riviera | 2012 Dodge Ram | |
Make | Buick | Dodge |
Model | Riviera | Ram |
Year Released | 1987 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 5700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 150 HP | 390 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 271 Nm | 551 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1501 kg | 2346 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 5817 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2017 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1877 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 3569 mm |