1987 Buick Riviera vs. 2012 Nissan Rogue
To start off, 2012 Nissan Rogue 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 Nissan Rogue (170 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1987 Buick Riviera. (150 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan Rogue should accelerate faster than 1987 Buick Riviera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Buick Riviera weights approximately 15 kg more than 2012 Nissan Rogue.
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, 1987 Buick Riviera (271 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Nissan Rogue. (237 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1987 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Nissan Rogue.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Buick Riviera | 2012 Nissan Rogue | |
Make | Buick | Nissan |
Model | Riviera | Rogue |
Year Released | 1987 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 150 HP | 170 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 271 Nm | 237 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1501 kg | 1486 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4656 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1801 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1659 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2690 mm |