1998 Buick Riviera vs. 1989 Chevrolet Beretta
To start off, 1998 Buick Riviera is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Chevrolet Beretta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Chevrolet Beretta would be higher. At 4,130 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Buick Riviera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Chevrolet Beretta (135 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1998 Buick Riviera. (125 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Chevrolet Beretta should accelerate faster than 1998 Buick Riviera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Buick Riviera weights approximately 369 kg more than 1989 Chevrolet Beretta.
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 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Chevrolet Beretta. (244 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1998 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Chevrolet Beretta. 1998 Buick Riviera has automatic transmission and 1989 Chevrolet Beretta has manual transmission. 1989 Chevrolet Beretta 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 | 1989 Chevrolet Beretta | |
Make | Buick | Chevrolet |
Model | Riviera | Beretta |
Year Released | 1998 | 1989 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4130 cc | 3135 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 125 HP | 135 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 287 Nm | 244 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 100.7 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 8.8:1 |
Top Speed | 161 km/hour | 201 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1666 kg | 1297 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2630 mm |