1989 Buick Riviera vs. 2007 Nissan X-Trail
To start off, 2007 Nissan X-Trail is newer by 18 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 27 more horse power than 2007 Nissan X-Trail. (138 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Buick Riviera should accelerate faster than 2007 Nissan X-Trail. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Buick Riviera weights approximately 34 kg more than 2007 Nissan X-Trail. 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 93 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Nissan X-Trail. (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1989 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Nissan X-Trail.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Buick Riviera | 2007 Nissan X-Trail | |
Make | Buick | Nissan |
Model | Riviera | X-Trail |
Year Released | 1989 | 2007 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3800 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 165 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 192 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 9.9:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 193 km/hour | 172 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1524 kg | 1490 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1770 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2630 mm |