1989 Buick LeSabre vs. 1970 Riley 4
To start off, 1989 Buick LeSabre is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Riley 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Riley 4 would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1989 Buick LeSabre is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Buick LeSabre (149 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1970 Riley 4. (67 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Buick LeSabre should accelerate faster than 1970 Riley 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Buick LeSabre weights approximately 352 kg more than 1970 Riley 4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1970 Riley 4 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 1970 Riley 4. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Buick LeSabre, 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, 1989 Buick LeSabre (271 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 151 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Riley 4. (120 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1989 Buick LeSabre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Riley 4.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Buick LeSabre | 1970 Riley 4 | |
Make | Buick | Riley |
Model | LeSabre | 4 |
Year Released | 1989 | 1970 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1622 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 149 HP | 67 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 271 Nm | 120 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 76.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 88.9 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 8.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1148 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2530 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 45 L |