1989 Buick Riviera vs. 2005 Chevrolet Monte Carlo
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Monte Carlo is newer by 16 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, 2005 Chevrolet Monte Carlo (181 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1989 Buick Riviera. (165 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Monte Carlo should accelerate faster than 1989 Buick Riviera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Buick Riviera weights approximately 9 kg more than 2005 Chevrolet Monte Carlo.
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 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chevrolet Monte Carlo. (278 Nm). This means 1989 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Chevrolet Monte Carlo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Buick Riviera | 2005 Chevrolet Monte Carlo | |
| Make | Buick | Chevrolet |
| Model | Riviera | Monte Carlo |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3800 cc | 3343 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 165 HP | 181 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 278 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1524 kg | 1515 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 5030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2810 mm |
