1989 Buick Riviera vs. 2006 Toyota Hilux
To start off, 2006 Toyota Hilux 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 3,956 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Toyota Hilux is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Toyota Hilux (235 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1989 Buick Riviera. (165 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Hilux should accelerate faster than 1989 Buick Riviera.
Because 2006 Toyota Hilux 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 Toyota Hilux 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 Toyota Hilux (343 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Buick Riviera. (285 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Toyota Hilux will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Buick Riviera. 1989 Buick Riviera has automatic transmission and 2006 Toyota Hilux has manual transmission. 2006 Toyota Hilux 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Buick Riviera | 2006 Toyota Hilux | |
| Make | Buick | Toyota |
| Model | Riviera | Hilux |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3800 cc | 3956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 165 HP | 235 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 343 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 5260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 3090 mm |
