1991 Buick Riviera vs. 2007 Nissan Hardbody
To start off, 2007 Nissan Hardbody 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 2 more horse power than 2007 Nissan Hardbody. (168 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Buick Riviera should accelerate faster than 2007 Nissan Hardbody. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan Hardbody weights approximately 172 kg more than 1991 Buick Riviera.
Because 2007 Nissan Hardbody is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2007 Nissan Hardbody. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 Buick Riviera, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Nissan Hardbody. (265 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1991 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Nissan Hardbody. 1991 Buick Riviera has automatic transmission and 2007 Nissan Hardbody has manual transmission. 2007 Nissan Hardbody 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 | 2007 Nissan Hardbody | |
| Make | Buick | Nissan |
| Model | Riviera | Hardbody |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3800 cc | 3275 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 170 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 265 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 8.9:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1692 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 5090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2960 mm |
