1989 Buick Riviera vs. 1980 Honda Accord
To start off, 1989 Buick Riviera is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Honda Accord 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 86 more horse power than 1980 Honda Accord. (79 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Buick Riviera should accelerate faster than 1980 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Buick Riviera weights approximately 634 kg more than 1980 Honda Accord. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 159 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Honda Accord. (126 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1989 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Honda Accord. 1989 Buick Riviera has automatic transmission and 1980 Honda Accord has manual transmission. 1980 Honda Accord will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1989 Buick Riviera will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Buick Riviera | 1980 Honda Accord | |
Make | Buick | Honda |
Model | Riviera | Accord |
Year Released | 1989 | 1980 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3800 cc | 1602 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 165 HP | 79 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 126 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 77.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 86 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1524 kg | 890 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4350 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2390 mm |