1989 Buick Riviera vs. 1994 Rover 100
To start off, 1994 Rover 100 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, 1989 Buick Riviera (165 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1994 Rover 100. (103 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Buick Riviera should accelerate faster than 1994 Rover 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Buick Riviera weights approximately 654 kg more than 1994 Rover 100. 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 150 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Rover 100. (135 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1989 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Rover 100.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Buick Riviera | 1994 Rover 100 | |
Make | Buick | Rover |
Model | Riviera | 100 |
Year Released | 1989 | 1994 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3800 cc | 1396 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 165 HP | 103 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 135 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 79 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1524 kg | 870 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 3530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1570 mm |