1991 Buick Riviera vs. 1998 TVR Speed 12
To start off, 1998 TVR Speed 12 is newer by 7 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 7,730 cc (12 cylinders), 1998 TVR Speed 12 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 TVR Speed 12 (790 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 620 more horse power than 1991 Buick Riviera. (170 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 TVR Speed 12 should accelerate faster than 1991 Buick Riviera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Buick Riviera weights approximately 520 kg more than 1998 TVR Speed 12.
Because 1998 TVR Speed 12 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 1998 TVR Speed 12. 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, 1998 TVR Speed 12 (881 Nm @ 5750 RPM) has 596 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Buick Riviera. (285 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1998 TVR Speed 12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Buick Riviera. 1991 Buick Riviera has automatic transmission and 1998 TVR Speed 12 has manual transmission. 1998 TVR Speed 12 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 | 1998 TVR Speed 12 | |
Make | Buick | TVR |
Model | Riviera | Speed 12 |
Year Released | 1991 | 1998 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 3800 cc | 7730 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 170 HP | 790 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 7750 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 881 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1000 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1970 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1110 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2570 mm |