2000 Buick Riviera vs. 1989 Chrysler ES
To start off, 2000 Buick Riviera is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Chrysler ES. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Chrysler ES would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Buick Riviera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Buick Riviera (202 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 1989 Chrysler ES. (93 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Buick Riviera should accelerate faster than 1989 Chrysler ES. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Buick Riviera weights approximately 555 kg more than 1989 Chrysler ES. 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, 2000 Buick Riviera (312 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 147 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Chrysler ES. (165 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2000 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Chrysler ES.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Buick Riviera | 1989 Chrysler ES | |
| Make | Buick | Chrysler |
| Model | Riviera | ES |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 2213 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 202 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 8.1:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1145 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1350 mm |
