1989 Buick Riviera vs. 1994 Citroen Rally Raid
To start off, 1994 Citroen Rally Raid is newer by 5 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, 1994 Citroen Rally Raid (296 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 131 more horse power than 1989 Buick Riviera. (165 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Citroen Rally Raid should accelerate faster than 1989 Buick Riviera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Buick Riviera weights approximately 72 kg more than 1994 Citroen Rally Raid.
Let's talk about torque, 1994 Citroen Rally Raid (590 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 305 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Buick Riviera. (285 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1994 Citroen Rally Raid will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Buick Riviera.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Buick Riviera | 1994 Citroen Rally Raid | |
| Make | Buick | Citroen |
| Model | Riviera | Rally Raid |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1994 |
| Engine Size | 3800 cc | 2499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 165 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 590 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1524 kg | 1452 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 2020 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 3000 mm |
