1989 Buick Riviera vs. 2011 Ford E-150
To start off, 2011 Ford E-150 is newer by 22 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 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Ford E-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ford E-150 (225 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1989 Buick Riviera. (165 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford E-150 should accelerate faster than 1989 Buick Riviera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Ford E-150 weights approximately 1087 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 2011 Ford E-150 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 2011 Ford E-150. 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, 2011 Ford E-150 (387 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Buick Riviera. (285 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2011 Ford E-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Buick Riviera.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Buick Riviera | 2011 Ford E-150 | |
Make | Buick | Ford |
Model | Riviera | E-150 |
Year Released | 1989 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3800 cc | 4600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 165 HP | 225 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 387 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1524 kg | 2611 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 5504 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 2017 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 3505 mm |