1991 Buick Riviera vs. 2007 GMC Savana
To start off, 2007 GMC Savana 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 5,325 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 GMC Savana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 GMC Savana (295 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 125 more horse power than 1991 Buick Riviera. (170 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 GMC Savana should accelerate faster than 1991 Buick Riviera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 GMC Savana weights approximately 833 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 2007 GMC Savana 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, 2007 GMC Savana 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, 2007 GMC Savana (454 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 169 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Buick Riviera. (285 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2007 GMC Savana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Buick Riviera.
Compare all specifications:
1991 Buick Riviera | 2007 GMC Savana | |
Make | Buick | GMC |
Model | Riviera | Savana |
Year Released | 1991 | 2007 |
Body Type | Coupe | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3800 cc | 5325 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 170 HP | 295 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 454 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 92 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 2353 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 5700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 2080 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 3440 mm |