1989 Buick Riviera vs. 2006 Ford F-350
To start off, 2006 Ford F-350 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 5,407 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Ford F-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford F-350 (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 135 more horse power than 1989 Buick Riviera. (165 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford F-350 should accelerate faster than 1989 Buick Riviera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Buick Riviera weights approximately 274 kg more than 2006 Ford F-350.
Because 2006 Ford F-350 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2006 Ford F-350. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Buick Riviera, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2006 Ford F-350 (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 210 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Buick Riviera. (285 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Ford F-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Buick Riviera.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Buick Riviera | 2006 Ford F-350 | |
Make | Buick | Ford |
Model | Riviera | F-350 |
Year Released | 1989 | 2006 |
Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3800 cc | 5407 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 165 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 495 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 106 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1524 kg | 1250 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 5880 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 2040 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 3610 mm |