1989 Buick Riviera vs. 1963 Triumph Herald
To start off, 1989 Buick Riviera is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Triumph Herald. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Triumph Herald 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 127 more horse power than 1963 Triumph Herald. (38 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Buick Riviera should accelerate faster than 1963 Triumph Herald. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Buick Riviera weights approximately 744 kg more than 1963 Triumph Herald. 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 202 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Triumph Herald. (83 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 1989 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Triumph Herald.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Buick Riviera | 1963 Triumph Herald | |
| Make | Buick | Triumph |
| Model | Riviera | Herald |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3800 cc | 1147 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 165 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 83 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 69.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1524 kg | 780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2320 mm |
