1989 Buick Riviera vs. 1999 Holden Vectra
To start off, 1999 Holden Vectra 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 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 1989 Buick Riviera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Holden Vectra (168 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1989 Buick Riviera. (165 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Holden Vectra should accelerate faster than 1989 Buick Riviera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Buick Riviera weights approximately 149 kg more than 1999 Holden Vectra.
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 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Holden Vectra. (250 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1989 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Holden Vectra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Buick Riviera | 1999 Holden Vectra | |
| Make | Buick | Holden |
| Model | Riviera | Vectra |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3800 cc | 2597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 165 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1524 kg | 1375 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2650 mm |
