1989 Buick Riviera vs. 2007 Toyota Highlander
To start off, 2007 Toyota Highlander 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, 2007 Toyota Highlander (215 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1989 Buick Riviera. (165 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Highlander should accelerate faster than 1989 Buick Riviera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Buick Riviera weights approximately 184 kg more than 2007 Toyota Highlander.
Because 2007 Toyota Highlander 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, 2007 Toyota Highlander 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, 2007 Toyota Highlander (301 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Buick Riviera. (285 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota Highlander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Buick Riviera.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Buick Riviera | 2007 Toyota Highlander | |
Make | Buick | Toyota |
Model | Riviera | Highlander |
Year Released | 1989 | 2007 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3800 cc | 3311 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 165 HP | 215 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 301 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 10.8:1 |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1524 kg | 1340 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1830 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2720 mm |