1991 Buick Riviera vs. 1987 Buick Electra
To start off, 1991 Buick Riviera is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Buick Electra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Buick Electra 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 31 more horse power than 1987 Buick Electra. (139 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Buick Riviera should accelerate faster than 1987 Buick Electra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Buick Riviera weights approximately 40 kg more than 1987 Buick Electra. 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, 1991 Buick Riviera (285 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Buick Electra. (271 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1991 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Buick Electra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Buick Riviera | 1987 Buick Electra | |
| Make | Buick | Buick |
| Model | Riviera | Electra |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3800 cc | 3791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 170 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 96.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2820 mm |
