1991 Buick Riviera vs. 1988 Suzuki Vitara
To start off, 1991 Buick Riviera is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Suzuki Vitara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Suzuki Vitara 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 95 more horse power than 1988 Suzuki Vitara. (75 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Buick Riviera should accelerate faster than 1988 Suzuki Vitara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Buick Riviera weights approximately 510 kg more than 1988 Suzuki Vitara. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1988 Suzuki Vitara 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, 1988 Suzuki Vitara 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 162 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Suzuki Vitara. (123 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 1991 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Suzuki Vitara. 1991 Buick Riviera has automatic transmission and 1988 Suzuki Vitara has manual transmission. 1988 Suzuki Vitara 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.
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1991 Buick Riviera | 1988 Suzuki Vitara | |
Make | Buick | Suzuki |
Model | Riviera | Vitara |
Year Released | 1991 | 1988 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3800 cc | 1590 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 170 HP | 75 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 123 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3100 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 75.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 8.9:1 |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1010 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 3630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1930 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2210 mm |