1991 Buick Riviera vs. 2006 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, 2006 Mitsubishi Lancer 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. In terms of performance, 2006 Mitsubishi Lancer (262 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 1991 Buick Riviera. (170 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mitsubishi Lancer should accelerate faster than 1991 Buick Riviera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Buick Riviera weights approximately 50 kg more than 2006 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Because 2006 Mitsubishi Lancer 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 Mitsubishi Lancer 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 Mitsubishi Lancer (355 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Buick Riviera. (285 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2006 Mitsubishi Lancer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Buick Riviera. 1991 Buick Riviera has automatic transmission and 2006 Mitsubishi Lancer has manual transmission. 2006 Mitsubishi Lancer 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 | 2006 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
| Make | Buick | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Riviera | Lancer |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 170 HP | 262 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 355 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2760 mm |
