1989 Buick Riviera vs. 1995 Honda CRX
To start off, 1995 Honda CRX is newer by 6 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 34 more horse power than 1995 Honda CRX. (131 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Buick Riviera should accelerate faster than 1995 Honda CRX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Buick Riviera weights approximately 474 kg more than 1995 Honda CRX. 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 144 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Honda CRX. (141 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1989 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Honda CRX. 1989 Buick Riviera has automatic transmission and 1995 Honda CRX has manual transmission. 1995 Honda CRX 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 | 1995 Honda CRX | |
Make | Buick | Honda |
Model | Riviera | CRX |
Year Released | 1989 | 1995 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3800 cc | 1588 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 165 HP | 131 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 141 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 9.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1524 kg | 1050 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4010 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2380 mm |