1989 Buick Riviera vs. 1991 Ford Mustang
To start off, 1991 Ford Mustang is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Buick Riviera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Buick Riviera 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 59 more horse power than 1991 Ford Mustang. (106 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Buick Riviera should accelerate faster than 1991 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Buick Riviera weights approximately 264 kg more than 1991 Ford Mustang. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1991 Ford Mustang 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 1991 Ford Mustang. 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 102 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Ford Mustang. (183 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1989 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Ford Mustang.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Buick Riviera | 1991 Ford Mustang | |
Make | Buick | Ford |
Model | Riviera | Mustang |
Year Released | 1989 | 1991 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3800 cc | 2301 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 165 HP | 106 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 183 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1524 kg | 1260 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2560 mm |