1989 Buick Riviera vs. 1977 Toyota Century
To start off, 1989 Buick Riviera is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Toyota Century. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Toyota Century 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 8 more horse power than 1977 Toyota Century. (157 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Buick Riviera should accelerate faster than 1977 Toyota Century. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Toyota Century weights approximately 241 kg more than 1989 Buick Riviera.
Because 1977 Toyota Century 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 1977 Toyota Century. 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 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Toyota Century. (270 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1989 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Toyota Century.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Buick Riviera | 1977 Toyota Century | |
Make | Buick | Toyota |
Model | Riviera | Century |
Year Released | 1989 | 1977 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3800 cc | 3374 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 165 HP | 157 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 270 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1524 kg | 1765 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1900 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2870 mm |