1989 Buick Riviera vs. 2004 Ford Taurus
To start off, 2004 Ford Taurus is newer by 15 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 10 more horse power than 2004 Ford Taurus. (155 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Buick Riviera should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Taurus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Taurus weights approximately 62 kg more than 1989 Buick Riviera.
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) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Taurus. (245 Nm). This means 1989 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Taurus.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Buick Riviera | 2004 Ford Taurus | |
| Make | Buick | Ford |
| Model | Riviera | Taurus |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3800 cc | 2967 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 165 HP | 155 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 79 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1524 kg | 1586 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 5030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2870 mm |
