1989 Buick Riviera vs. 2011 Honda Stream
To start off, 2011 Honda Stream 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 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 11 more horse power than 2011 Honda Stream. (154 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Buick Riviera should accelerate faster than 2011 Honda Stream. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Buick Riviera weights approximately 48 kg more than 2011 Honda Stream. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 93 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Honda Stream. (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1989 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Honda Stream.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Buick Riviera | 2011 Honda Stream | |
Make | Buick | Honda |
Model | Riviera | Stream |
Year Released | 1989 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3800 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 165 HP | 154 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 192 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 193 km/hour | 205 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1524 kg | 1476 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2730 mm |