1991 Buick Riviera vs. 2000 Vauxhall Agila
To start off, 2000 Vauxhall Agila is newer by 9 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 96 more horse power than 2000 Vauxhall Agila. (74 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Buick Riviera should accelerate faster than 2000 Vauxhall Agila. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Buick Riviera weights approximately 490 kg more than 2000 Vauxhall Agila. 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 175 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Vauxhall Agila. (110 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1991 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Vauxhall Agila. 1991 Buick Riviera has automatic transmission and 2000 Vauxhall Agila has manual transmission. 2000 Vauxhall Agila 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 | 2000 Vauxhall Agila | |
Make | Buick | Vauxhall |
Model | Riviera | Agila |
Year Released | 1991 | 2000 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3800 cc | 1199 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 170 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 110 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1030 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 3510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2370 mm |