1991 Buick Riviera vs. 2006 Buick Terraza
To start off, 2006 Buick Terraza is newer by 15 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, 2006 Buick Terraza (196 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1991 Buick Riviera. (170 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Buick Terraza should accelerate faster than 1991 Buick Riviera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Buick Terraza weights approximately 30 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 2006 Buick Terraza 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, 2006 Buick Terraza 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, 2006 Buick Terraza (289 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Buick Riviera. (285 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2006 Buick Terraza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Buick Riviera.
Compare all specifications:
1991 Buick Riviera | 2006 Buick Terraza | |
Make | Buick | Buick |
Model | Riviera | Terraza |
Year Released | 1991 | 2006 |
Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3800 cc | 3491 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 170 HP | 196 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 289 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1550 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 5210 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1920 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1840 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 3080 mm |