1997 Buick Riviera vs. 1987 Holden Barina
To start off, 1997 Buick Riviera is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Holden Barina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Holden Barina would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Buick Riviera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Buick Riviera (202 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 135 more horse power than 1987 Holden Barina. (67 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Buick Riviera should accelerate faster than 1987 Holden Barina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Buick Riviera weights approximately 970 kg more than 1987 Holden Barina. 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, 1997 Buick Riviera (312 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 208 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Holden Barina. (104 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1997 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Holden Barina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Buick Riviera | 1987 Holden Barina | |
| Make | Buick | Holden |
| Model | Riviera | Barina |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1987 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1324 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 202 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 104 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 3780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1360 mm |
