1991 Buick Riviera vs. 2002 GMC Safari
To start off, 2002 GMC Safari is newer by 11 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 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 GMC Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 GMC Safari (187 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1991 Buick Riviera. (170 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 GMC Safari should accelerate faster than 1991 Buick Riviera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 GMC Safari weights approximately 435 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.
Because 2002 GMC Safari 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 2002 GMC Safari. 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, 2002 GMC Safari (338 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Buick Riviera. (285 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2002 GMC Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Buick Riviera.
Compare all specifications:
1991 Buick Riviera | 2002 GMC Safari | |
Make | Buick | GMC |
Model | Riviera | Safari |
Year Released | 1991 | 2002 |
Body Type | Coupe | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3800 cc | 4293 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 170 HP | 187 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 338 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 102 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 88 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1955 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1980 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1910 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2830 mm |