1991 Buick Riviera vs. 2005 Nissan Altima
To start off, 2005 Nissan Altima is newer by 14 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, 2005 Nissan Altima (175 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1991 Buick Riviera. (170 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Altima should accelerate faster than 1991 Buick Riviera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Buick Riviera weights approximately 159 kg more than 2005 Nissan Altima.
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) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Nissan Altima. (244 Nm). This means 1991 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Nissan Altima.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Buick Riviera | 2005 Nissan Altima | |
| Make | Buick | Nissan |
| Model | Riviera | Altima |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3800 cc | 2490 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 170 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 244 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1361 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2760 mm |
