1991 Buick Riviera vs. 2006 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2006 Toyota Corolla 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, 1991 Buick Riviera (170 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 2006 Toyota Corolla. (114 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Buick Riviera should accelerate faster than 2006 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 30 kg more than 1991 Buick Riviera.
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 @ 3200 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Toyota Corolla. (280 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1991 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Toyota Corolla. 1991 Buick Riviera has automatic transmission and 2006 Toyota Corolla has manual transmission. 2006 Toyota Corolla 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 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Buick | Toyota |
Model | Riviera | Corolla |
Year Released | 1991 | 2006 |
Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3800 cc | 1994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 170 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 280 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 82.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 17.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1550 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2760 mm |