1987 Buick Riviera vs. 2012 Ford F-150
To start off, 2012 Ford F-150 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 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1987 Buick Riviera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ford F-150 (302 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 152 more horse power than 1987 Buick Riviera. (150 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 1987 Buick Riviera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Ford F-150 weights approximately 786 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 Ford F-150 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 Ford F-150. 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 Ford F-150 (376 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Buick Riviera. (271 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2012 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Buick Riviera.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Buick Riviera | 2012 Ford F-150 | |
Make | Buick | Ford |
Model | Riviera | F-150 |
Year Released | 1987 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 3700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 150 HP | 302 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 271 Nm | 376 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1501 kg | 2287 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 5890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2012 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1910 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 3670 mm |