1991 Buick Riviera vs. 2004 Mercury Marauder
To start off, 2004 Mercury Marauder 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 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Mercury Marauder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mercury Marauder (302 HP) has 132 more horse power than 1991 Buick Riviera. (170 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mercury Marauder should accelerate faster than 1991 Buick Riviera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mercury Marauder weights approximately 385 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 2004 Mercury Marauder 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 Mercury Marauder. 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 Mercury Marauder (431 Nm) has 146 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Buick Riviera. (285 Nm). This means 2004 Mercury Marauder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Buick Riviera.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Buick Riviera | 2004 Mercury Marauder | |
| Make | Buick | Mercury |
| Model | Riviera | Marauder |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3800 cc | 4605 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 170 HP | 302 HP |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 431 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 10.1:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1905 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 5390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2920 mm |
