1991 Buick Riviera vs. 1992 Jaguar XJR-15
To start off, 1992 Jaguar XJR-15 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Buick Riviera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Buick Riviera would be higher. At 5,993 cc (12 cylinders), 1992 Jaguar XJR-15 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Jaguar XJR-15 (450 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 280 more horse power than 1991 Buick Riviera. (170 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Jaguar XJR-15 should accelerate faster than 1991 Buick Riviera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Buick Riviera weights approximately 470 kg more than 1992 Jaguar XJR-15.
Because 1992 Jaguar XJR-15 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 1992 Jaguar XJR-15. 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. Let's talk about torque, 1992 Jaguar XJR-15 (569 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 284 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Buick Riviera. (285 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1992 Jaguar XJR-15 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Buick Riviera. 1991 Buick Riviera has automatic transmission and 1992 Jaguar XJR-15 has manual transmission. 1992 Jaguar XJR-15 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 | 1992 Jaguar XJR-15 | |
Make | Buick | Jaguar |
Model | Riviera | XJR-15 |
Year Released | 1991 | 1992 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 3800 cc | 5993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 170 HP | 450 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 569 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 78.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 1 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1050 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1110 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2870 mm |