1991 Buick Riviera vs. 1991 Renault Clio

To start off, both 1991 Buick Riviera and 1991 Renault Clio 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 122 more horse power than 1991 Renault Clio. (48 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Buick Riviera should accelerate faster than 1991 Renault Clio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Buick Riviera weights approximately 710 kg more than 1991 Renault Clio. 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 204 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Renault Clio. (81 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1991 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Renault Clio. 1991 Buick Riviera has automatic transmission and 1991 Renault Clio has manual transmission. 1991 Renault Clio 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 1991 Renault Clio
Make Buick Renault
Model Riviera Clio
Year Released 1991 1991
Body Type Coupe Hatchback
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3800 cc 1108 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 170 HP 48 HP
Engine RPM 4800 RPM 5250 RPM
Torque 285 Nm 81 Nm
Torque RPM 3200 RPM 2500 RPM
Engine Bore Size 96.5 mm 70 mm
Engine Stroke Size 86.4 mm 72 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 8.5:1 10.0:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 3 doors
Vehicle Weight 1520 kg 810 kg
Vehicle Length 5040 mm 3710 mm
Vehicle Width 1830 mm 1630 mm
Vehicle Height 1350 mm 1410 mm
Wheelbase Size 2760 mm 2550 mm


 

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