1989 Buick Riviera vs. 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer 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, 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer (237 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1989 Buick Riviera. (165 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer should accelerate faster than 1989 Buick Riviera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer weights approximately 96 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 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Buick Riviera. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer 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, 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer (343 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Buick Riviera. (285 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Buick Riviera. 1989 Buick Riviera has automatic transmission and 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer has manual transmission. 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer 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 | 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
Make | Buick | Mitsubishi |
Model | Riviera | Lancer |
Year Released | 1989 | 2010 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3800 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 165 HP | 237 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 343 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1524 kg | 1620 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4582 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1763 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2634 mm |