1989 Buick Riviera vs. 1954 Daimler Conquest
To start off, 1989 Buick Riviera is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Daimler Conquest. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Daimler Conquest 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 65 more horse power than 1954 Daimler Conquest. (100 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Buick Riviera should accelerate faster than 1954 Daimler Conquest. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Buick Riviera weights approximately 95 kg more than 1954 Daimler Conquest. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1954 Daimler Conquest 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 1954 Daimler Conquest. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 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, 1989 Buick Riviera (285 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Daimler Conquest. (176 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1989 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Daimler Conquest.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Buick Riviera | 1954 Daimler Conquest | |
Make | Buick | Daimler |
Model | Riviera | Conquest |
Year Released | 1989 | 1954 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3800 cc | 2433 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 165 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 176 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 | 8.5:1 | 7.8:1 |
Top Speed | 193 km/hour | 146 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1524 kg | 1429 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1680 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2650 mm |