1998 Buick Riviera vs. 1989 Buick Electra
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 Electra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Buick Electra would be higher. At 4,130 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Buick Riviera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Buick Electra (163 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1998 Buick Riviera. (125 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Buick Electra should accelerate faster than 1998 Buick Riviera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Buick Riviera weights approximately 91 kg more than 1989 Buick Electra.
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 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Buick Electra. (285 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1998 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Buick Electra.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Buick Riviera | 1989 Buick Electra | |
Make | Buick | Buick |
Model | Riviera | Electra |
Year Released | 1998 | 1989 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4130 cc | 3791 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 125 HP | 163 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 287 Nm | 285 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 100.7 mm | 96.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 86.4 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1666 kg | 1575 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2820 mm |