1991 Buick Riviera vs. 1967 Avanti Avanti
To start off, 1991 Buick Riviera is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Avanti Avanti. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Avanti Avanti would be higher. At 5,352 cc (8 cylinders), 1967 Avanti Avanti is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Avanti Avanti (254 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 1991 Buick Riviera. (170 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 Avanti Avanti should accelerate faster than 1991 Buick Riviera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Buick Riviera weights approximately 60 kg more than 1967 Avanti Avanti.
Because 1967 Avanti Avanti is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1967 Avanti Avanti. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 Buick Riviera, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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.
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1991 Buick Riviera | 1967 Avanti Avanti | |
Make | Buick | Avanti |
Model | Riviera | Avanti |
Year Released | 1991 | 1967 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3800 cc | 5352 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 170 HP | 254 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1460 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4910 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2780 mm |