1998 Buick Riviera vs. 1987 Ford Escort
To start off, 1998 Buick Riviera is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Ford Escort would be higher. At 4,130 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Buick Riviera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Buick Riviera (125 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1987 Ford Escort. (74 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Buick Riviera should accelerate faster than 1987 Ford Escort.
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, 1998 Buick Riviera (287 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 178 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Ford Escort. (109 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1998 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Ford Escort. 1998 Buick Riviera has automatic transmission and 1987 Ford Escort has manual transmission. 1987 Ford Escort will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 Buick Riviera will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Buick Riviera | 1987 Ford Escort | |
Make | Buick | Ford |
Model | Riviera | Escort |
Year Released | 1998 | 1987 |
Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4130 cc | 1392 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 125 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 287 Nm | 109 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 100.7 mm | 77 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 74 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4090 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2410 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 54 L |