1989 Buick Riviera vs. 1999 Chevrolet S-10
To start off, 1999 Chevrolet S-10 is newer by 10 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 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Chevrolet S-10 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Chevrolet S-10 (177 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1989 Buick Riviera. (165 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Chevrolet S-10 should accelerate faster than 1989 Buick Riviera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Buick Riviera weights approximately 24 kg more than 1999 Chevrolet S-10.
Let's talk about torque, 1999 Chevrolet S-10 (332 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Buick Riviera. (285 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1999 Chevrolet S-10 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Buick Riviera.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Buick Riviera | 1999 Chevrolet S-10 | |
| Make | Buick | Chevrolet |
| Model | Riviera | S-10 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3800 cc | 4293 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 165 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 332 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 3 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1524 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 5210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 3130 mm |
