1989 Buick Riviera vs. 2012 Nissan Altima
To start off, 2012 Nissan Altima is newer by 23 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, 2012 Nissan Altima (175 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1989 Buick Riviera. (165 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan Altima should accelerate faster than 1989 Buick Riviera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Buick Riviera weights approximately 126 kg more than 2012 Nissan Altima.
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 41 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Nissan Altima. (244 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 1989 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Nissan Altima.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Buick Riviera | 2012 Nissan Altima | |
Make | Buick | Nissan |
Model | Riviera | Altima |
Year Released | 1989 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3800 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 165 HP | 175 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 244 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1524 kg | 1398 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4595 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1796 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2675 mm |