1991 Buick Riviera vs. 2001 Mazda MX-5 Miata

To start off, 2001 Mazda MX-5 Miata is newer by 10 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 71 more horse power than 2001 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (99 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Buick Riviera should accelerate faster than 2001 Mazda MX-5 Miata. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Buick Riviera weights approximately 465 kg more than 2001 Mazda MX-5 Miata. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2001 Mazda MX-5 Miata 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 2001 Mazda MX-5 Miata. 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) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (245 Nm). This means 1991 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Mazda MX-5 Miata. 1991 Buick Riviera has automatic transmission and 2001 Mazda MX-5 Miata has manual transmission. 2001 Mazda MX-5 Miata 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 2001 Mazda MX-5 Miata
Make Buick Mazda
Model Riviera MX-5 Miata
Year Released 1991 2001
Body Type Coupe Convertible
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3800 cc 1799 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 170 HP 99 HP
Engine RPM 4800 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 285 Nm 245 Nm
Engine Bore Size 96.5 mm 83.1 mm
Engine Stroke Size 86.4 mm 85.1 mm
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 1055 kg
Vehicle Length 5040 mm 3960 mm
Vehicle Width 1830 mm 1680 mm
Vehicle Height 1350 mm 1230 mm
Wheelbase Size 2760 mm 2270 mm


 

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