1989 Buick Riviera vs. 1977 Seat 124
To start off, 1989 Buick Riviera is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Seat 124. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Seat 124 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 53 more horse power than 1977 Seat 124. (112 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Buick Riviera should accelerate faster than 1977 Seat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Buick Riviera weights approximately 544 kg more than 1977 Seat 124. 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 134 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Seat 124. (151 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1989 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Seat 124.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Buick Riviera | 1977 Seat 124 | |
| Make | Buick | Seat |
| Model | Riviera | 124 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3800 cc | 1755 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 165 HP | 112 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 151 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1524 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2430 mm |
