1991 Buick Riviera vs. 1994 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight
To start off, 1994 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight is newer by 3 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 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 1991 Buick Riviera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight (202 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1991 Buick Riviera. (170 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight should accelerate faster than 1991 Buick Riviera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight weights approximately 20 kg more than 1991 Buick Riviera. 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, 1994 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight (352 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Buick Riviera. (285 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1994 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Buick Riviera.
Compare all specifications:
1991 Buick Riviera | 1994 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight | |
Make | Buick | Oldsmobile |
Model | Riviera | Eighty-Eight |
Year Released | 1991 | 1994 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3800 cc | 3791 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 170 HP | 202 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 352 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1540 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 5130 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2820 mm |