2000 Buick Riviera vs. 1989 Chrysler TC
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 TC. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Chrysler TC 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 26 more horse power than 1989 Chrysler TC. (176 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Buick Riviera should accelerate faster than 1989 Chrysler TC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Buick Riviera weights approximately 226 kg more than 1989 Chrysler TC. 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 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Chrysler TC. (271 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2000 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Chrysler TC.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Buick Riviera | 1989 Chrysler TC | |
| Make | Buick | Chrysler |
| Model | Riviera | TC |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1989 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| 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 | 176 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 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 |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1474 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1320 mm |
