1998 Buick Riviera vs. 1989 Buick Century
To start off, 1998 Buick Riviera is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Buick Century. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Buick Century 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) has 16 more horse power than 1989 Buick Century. (109 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Buick Riviera should accelerate faster than 1989 Buick Century.
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) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Buick Century. (183 Nm). This means 1998 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Buick Century.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Buick Riviera | 1989 Buick Century | |
| Make | Buick | Buick |
| Model | Riviera | Century |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1989 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4130 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 125 HP | 109 HP |
| Torque | 287 Nm | 183 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4803 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1763 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1364 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2662 mm |
