1989 Buick Riviera vs. 1949 Triumph Renown
To start off, 1989 Buick Riviera is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Triumph Renown. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Triumph Renown would be higher. At 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 1989 Buick Riviera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Buick Riviera (165 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 1949 Triumph Renown. (67 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Buick Riviera should accelerate faster than 1949 Triumph Renown. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Buick Riviera weights approximately 244 kg more than 1949 Triumph Renown. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1989 Buick Riviera (285 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Triumph Renown. (148 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1989 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 Triumph Renown.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Buick Riviera | 1949 Triumph Renown | |
| Make | Buick | Triumph |
| Model | Riviera | Renown |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1949 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3800 cc | 2088 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 165 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1524 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2750 mm |
