1989 Buick Riviera vs. 2004 Jeep Liberty
To start off, 2004 Jeep Liberty 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 15 more horse power than 2004 Jeep Liberty. (150 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Buick Riviera should accelerate faster than 2004 Jeep Liberty. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Jeep Liberty weights approximately 211 kg more than 1989 Buick Riviera.
Because 2004 Jeep Liberty is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Buick Riviera. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Jeep Liberty will offer significantly more control. 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 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Jeep Liberty. (225 Nm). This means 1989 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Jeep Liberty.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Buick Riviera | 2004 Jeep Liberty | |
| Make | Buick | Jeep |
| Model | Riviera | Liberty |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3800 cc | 2425 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 165 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 101 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1524 kg | 1735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2660 mm |
