1991 Buick Riviera vs. 2007 Chevrolet Captiva
To start off, 2007 Chevrolet Captiva is newer by 16 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 36 more horse power than 2007 Chevrolet Captiva. (134 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Buick Riviera should accelerate faster than 2007 Chevrolet Captiva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Chevrolet Captiva weights approximately 325 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 65 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Chevrolet Captiva. (220 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1991 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Chevrolet Captiva.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Buick Riviera | 2007 Chevrolet Captiva | |
| Make | Buick | Chevrolet |
| Model | Riviera | Captiva |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3800 cc | 2405 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 170 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 87.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1845 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2710 mm |
