1989 Buick Riviera vs. 2005 Vauxhall Zafira
To start off, 2005 Vauxhall Zafira 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, 1989 Buick Riviera (165 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 2005 Vauxhall Zafira. (100 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Buick Riviera should accelerate faster than 2005 Vauxhall Zafira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Buick Riviera weights approximately 134 kg more than 2005 Vauxhall Zafira. 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, 1989 Buick Riviera (285 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Vauxhall Zafira. (150 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1989 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Vauxhall Zafira. 1989 Buick Riviera has automatic transmission and 2005 Vauxhall Zafira has manual transmission. 2005 Vauxhall Zafira 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.
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1989 Buick Riviera | 2005 Vauxhall Zafira | |
Make | Buick | Vauxhall |
Model | Riviera | Zafira |
Year Released | 1989 | 2005 |
Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3800 cc | 1597 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 165 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 150 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1524 kg | 1390 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1750 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2700 mm |