1991 Buick Riviera vs. 1981 Fiat Campagnola
To start off, 1991 Buick Riviera is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Fiat Campagnola. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Fiat Campagnola would be higher. 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 91 more horse power than 1981 Fiat Campagnola. (79 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Buick Riviera should accelerate faster than 1981 Fiat Campagnola. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Fiat Campagnola weights approximately 90 kg more than 1991 Buick Riviera.
Because 1981 Fiat Campagnola is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1991 Buick Riviera. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1981 Fiat Campagnola will offer significantly more control. 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 Riviera (285 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Fiat Campagnola. (151 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1991 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Fiat Campagnola. 1991 Buick Riviera has automatic transmission and 1981 Fiat Campagnola has manual transmission. 1981 Fiat Campagnola will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1991 Buick Riviera will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Buick Riviera | 1981 Fiat Campagnola | |
| Make | Buick | Fiat |
| Model | Riviera | Campagnola |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1981 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3800 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 170 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 151 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 8.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1610 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 3780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1960 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2310 mm |
