1991 Buick Riviera vs. 1997 Xedos 6
To start off, 1997 Xedos 6 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 64 more horse power than 1997 Xedos 6. (106 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Buick Riviera should accelerate faster than 1997 Xedos 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Buick Riviera weights approximately 380 kg more than 1997 Xedos 6. 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 147 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Xedos 6. (138 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1991 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Xedos 6. 1991 Buick Riviera has automatic transmission and 1997 Xedos 6 has manual transmission. 1997 Xedos 6 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 | 1997 Xedos 6 | |
| Make | Buick | Xedos |
| Model | Riviera | 6 |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3800 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 170 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2620 mm |
