1989 Buick Riviera vs. 2008 Saturn Outlook
To start off, 2008 Saturn Outlook is newer by 19 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, 2008 Saturn Outlook (276 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 1989 Buick Riviera. (165 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Saturn Outlook should accelerate faster than 1989 Buick Riviera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Saturn Outlook weights approximately 211 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 2008 Saturn Outlook 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, 2008 Saturn Outlook 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, 2008 Saturn Outlook (340 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Buick Riviera. (285 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 Saturn Outlook will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Buick Riviera.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Buick Riviera | 2008 Saturn Outlook | |
| Make | Buick | Saturn |
| Model | Riviera | Outlook |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3800 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 165 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1524 kg | 1735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 5100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1990 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 3030 mm |
