1989 Buick Riviera vs. 2006 Ford Escape
To start off, 2006 Ford Escape is newer by 17 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 2006 Ford Escape. (155 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Buick Riviera should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Escape. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Escape weights approximately 191 kg more than 1989 Buick Riviera.
Because 2006 Ford Escape 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, 2006 Ford Escape 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 @ 2000 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Escape. (168 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1989 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Escape.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Buick Riviera | 2006 Ford Escape | |
Make | Buick | Ford |
Model | Riviera | Escape |
Year Released | 1989 | 2006 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3800 cc | 2261 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 165 HP | 155 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 168 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1524 kg | 1715 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1790 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2630 mm |