1991 Buick Riviera vs. 2005 Nissan Pickup
To start off, 2005 Nissan Pickup 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 Pickup (172 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1991 Buick Riviera. (170 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Pickup should accelerate faster than 1991 Buick Riviera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Pickup weights approximately 602 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 2005 Nissan Pickup is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1991 Buick Riviera. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Pickup will offer significantly more control. 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, 2005 Nissan Pickup (403 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Buick Riviera. (285 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2005 Nissan Pickup 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 Pickup has manual transmission. 2005 Nissan Pickup 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 Pickup | |
Make | Buick | Nissan |
Model | Riviera | Pickup |
Year Released | 1991 | 2005 |
Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3800 cc | 2491 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 170 HP | 172 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 403 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 100 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 16.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 2122 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 5140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1770 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 3210 mm |