1991 Buick Riviera vs. 2004 Honda Civic
To start off, 2004 Honda Civic 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 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 1991 Buick Riviera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Buick Riviera (170 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 2004 Honda Civic. (123 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Buick Riviera should accelerate faster than 2004 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Buick Riviera weights approximately 366 kg more than 2004 Honda Civic. 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 134 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Honda Civic. (151 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1991 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
1991 Buick Riviera | 2004 Honda Civic | |
Make | Buick | Honda |
Model | Riviera | Civic |
Year Released | 1991 | 2004 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3800 cc | 1672 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 170 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 151 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 94.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1154 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2630 mm |