1989 Buick Riviera vs. 2004 Volkswagen Bora
To start off, 2004 Volkswagen Bora 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 37 more horse power than 2004 Volkswagen Bora. (128 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Buick Riviera should accelerate faster than 2004 Volkswagen Bora. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Buick Riviera weights approximately 156 kg more than 2004 Volkswagen Bora. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2004 Volkswagen Bora (320 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Buick Riviera. (285 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2004 Volkswagen Bora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Buick Riviera.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Buick Riviera | 2004 Volkswagen Bora | |
Make | Buick | Volkswagen |
Model | Riviera | Bora |
Year Released | 1989 | 2004 |
Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3800 cc | 1896 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 165 HP | 128 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 95.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 19.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 193 km/hour | 205 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1524 kg | 1368 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4420 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2520 mm |