1989 Buick Riviera vs. 2006 Mitsubishi Montero
To start off, 2006 Mitsubishi Montero 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 3,835 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Mitsubishi Montero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mitsubishi Montero (215 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1989 Buick Riviera. (165 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mitsubishi Montero should accelerate faster than 1989 Buick Riviera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mitsubishi Montero weights approximately 596 kg more than 1989 Buick Riviera. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Mitsubishi Montero 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 Mitsubishi Montero 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, 2006 Mitsubishi Montero (336 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Buick Riviera. (285 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Mitsubishi Montero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Buick Riviera.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Buick Riviera | 2006 Mitsubishi Montero | |
| Make | Buick | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Riviera | Montero |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3800 cc | 3835 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 165 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 336 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 95.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1524 kg | 2120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2790 mm |
