1991 Buick Reatta vs. 1991 Buick Riviera
To start off, both 1991 Buick Reatta and 1991 Buick Riviera were released in the same year (1991). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 1991 Buick Riviera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Buick Riviera (170 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1991 Buick Reatta. (165 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Buick Riviera should accelerate faster than 1991 Buick Reatta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Buick Reatta weights approximately 12 kg more than 1991 Buick Riviera.
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, 1991 Buick Reatta (286 Nm) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Buick Riviera. (285 Nm). This means 1991 Buick Reatta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Buick Riviera.
Compare all specifications:
1991 Buick Reatta | 1991 Buick Riviera | |
Make | Buick | Buick |
Model | Reatta | Riviera |
Year Released | 1991 | 1991 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 3800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 165 HP | 170 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 286 Nm | 285 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 96.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 86.4 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1532 kg | 1520 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 5040 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2760 mm |