1989 Buick Riviera vs. 2001 Toyota FXS
To start off, 2001 Toyota FXS is newer by 12 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 4,292 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Toyota FXS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Toyota FXS (188 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1989 Buick Riviera. (165 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Toyota FXS should accelerate faster than 1989 Buick Riviera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Buick Riviera weights approximately 224 kg more than 2001 Toyota FXS.
Because 2001 Toyota FXS is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2001 Toyota FXS. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Buick Riviera, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Toyota FXS. (280 Nm). This means 1989 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Toyota FXS. 1989 Buick Riviera has automatic transmission and 2001 Toyota FXS has manual transmission. 2001 Toyota FXS 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 | 2001 Toyota FXS | |
| Make | Buick | Toyota |
| Model | Riviera | FXS |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3800 cc | 4292 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 165 HP | 188 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1524 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2510 mm |
