1991 Buick Riviera vs. 1997 Infiniti QX4
To start off, 1997 Infiniti QX4 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, 1997 Infiniti QX4 (238 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1991 Buick Riviera. (170 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Infiniti QX4 should accelerate faster than 1991 Buick Riviera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Infiniti QX4 weights approximately 440 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.
Because 1997 Infiniti QX4 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, 1997 Infiniti QX4 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, 1997 Infiniti QX4 (360 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Buick Riviera. (285 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1997 Infiniti QX4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Buick Riviera.
Compare all specifications:
1991 Buick Riviera | 1997 Infiniti QX4 | |
Make | Buick | Infiniti |
Model | Riviera | QX4 |
Year Released | 1991 | 1997 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3800 cc | 3498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 170 HP | 238 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 360 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1800 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2710 mm |