1991 Buick Riviera vs. 2004 Ford Mustang
To start off, 2004 Ford Mustang is newer by 13 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 3,931 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Mustang (200 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1991 Buick Riviera. (170 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1991 Buick Riviera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Buick Riviera weights approximately 133 kg more than 2004 Ford Mustang.
Because 2004 Ford Mustang 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 2004 Ford Mustang. 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, 2004 Ford Mustang (310 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Buick Riviera. (285 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2004 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Buick Riviera.
Compare all specifications:
1991 Buick Riviera | 2004 Ford Mustang | |
Make | Buick | Ford |
Model | Riviera | Mustang |
Year Released | 1991 | 2004 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3800 cc | 3931 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 170 HP | 200 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 100.4 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 84.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 11.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1387 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2720 mm |