1991 Buick Riviera vs. 2001 Toyota Avalon
To start off, 2001 Toyota Avalon 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, 2001 Toyota Avalon (210 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1991 Buick Riviera. (170 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Toyota Avalon should accelerate faster than 1991 Buick Riviera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Toyota Avalon weights approximately 161 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.
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, 2001 Toyota Avalon (298 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Buick Riviera. (285 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2001 Toyota Avalon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Buick Riviera.
Compare all specifications:
1991 Buick Riviera | 2001 Toyota Avalon | |
Make | Buick | Toyota |
Model | Riviera | Avalon |
Year Released | 1991 | 2001 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3800 cc | 2982 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 170 HP | 210 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 298 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1681 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4880 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2610 mm |