1991 Buick Riviera vs. 1997 Ford Ranger
To start off, 1997 Ford Ranger is newer by 6 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, 1991 Buick Riviera (170 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1997 Ford Ranger. (118 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Buick Riviera should accelerate faster than 1997 Ford Ranger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Buick Riviera weights approximately 125 kg more than 1997 Ford Ranger. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1997 Ford Ranger 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 1997 Ford Ranger. 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, 1991 Buick Riviera (285 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Ford Ranger. (198 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1991 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Ford Ranger.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Buick Riviera | 1997 Ford Ranger | |
| Make | Buick | Ford |
| Model | Riviera | Ranger |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3800 cc | 2507 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 170 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 198 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1395 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2840 mm |
