1999 Buick Riviera vs. 1989 Volvo 460
To start off, 1999 Buick Riviera is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Volvo 460. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Volvo 460 would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Buick Riviera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Buick Riviera (205 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1989 Volvo 460. (120 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Buick Riviera should accelerate faster than 1989 Volvo 460. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Buick Riviera weights approximately 644 kg more than 1989 Volvo 460. 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, 1999 Buick Riviera (312 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Volvo 460. (175 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1999 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Volvo 460. 1999 Buick Riviera has automatic transmission and 1989 Volvo 460 has manual transmission. 1989 Volvo 460 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Buick Riviera will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Buick Riviera | 1989 Volvo 460 | |
| Make | Buick | Volvo |
| Model | Riviera | 460 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1721 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 205 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 83.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 8.1:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1056 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1410 mm |
