1991 Buick Riviera vs. 2005 Nissan Patrol
To start off, 2005 Nissan Patrol 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, 1991 Buick Riviera (170 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2005 Nissan Patrol. (156 HP @ 2000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Buick Riviera should accelerate faster than 2005 Nissan Patrol. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Buick Riviera weights approximately 235 kg more than 2005 Nissan Patrol. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Nissan Patrol (334 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Buick Riviera. (285 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2005 Nissan Patrol will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Buick Riviera. 1991 Buick Riviera has automatic transmission and 2005 Nissan Patrol has manual transmission. 2005 Nissan Patrol will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1991 Buick Riviera will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1991 Buick Riviera | 2005 Nissan Patrol | |
Make | Buick | Nissan |
Model | Riviera | Patrol |
Year Released | 1991 | 2005 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3800 cc | 2952 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 170 HP | 156 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 334 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 102 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 17.9:1 |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1285 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2400 mm |