1989 Buick Riviera vs. 2010 Ford Ranger
To start off, 2010 Ford Ranger is newer by 21 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 22 more horse power than 2010 Ford Ranger. (143 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Buick Riviera should accelerate faster than 2010 Ford Ranger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Buick Riviera weights approximately 77 kg more than 2010 Ford Ranger. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Ford Ranger is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2010 Ford Ranger. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Buick Riviera, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 76 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Ford Ranger. (209 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1989 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Ford Ranger. 1989 Buick Riviera has automatic transmission and 2010 Ford Ranger has manual transmission. 2010 Ford Ranger 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.
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1989 Buick Riviera | 2010 Ford Ranger | |
Make | Buick | Ford |
Model | Riviera | Ranger |
Year Released | 1989 | 2010 |
Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3800 cc | 2300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 165 HP | 143 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 209 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1524 kg | 1447 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 5171 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1763 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 3193 mm |