1989 Buick Riviera vs. 2013 Porsche Cayman
To start off, 2013 Porsche Cayman is newer by 24 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, 2013 Porsche Cayman (316 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 151 more horse power than 1989 Buick Riviera. (165 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Porsche Cayman should accelerate faster than 1989 Buick Riviera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Buick Riviera weights approximately 174 kg more than 2013 Porsche Cayman.
Because 2013 Porsche Cayman 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 2013 Porsche Cayman. 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, 2013 Porsche Cayman (370 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Buick Riviera. (285 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2013 Porsche Cayman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Buick Riviera. 1989 Buick Riviera has automatic transmission and 2013 Porsche Cayman has manual transmission. 2013 Porsche Cayman 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 | 2013 Porsche Cayman | |
Make | Buick | Porsche |
Model | Riviera | Cayman |
Year Released | 1989 | 2013 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 3800 cc | 3400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 165 HP | 316 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 7200 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 370 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 97 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 77 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 193 km/hour | 277 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1524 kg | 1350 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4347 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1801 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2415 mm |