1991 Buick Riviera vs. 2007 Nissan Sentra
To start off, 2007 Nissan Sentra 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 30 more horse power than 2007 Nissan Sentra. (140 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Buick Riviera should accelerate faster than 2007 Nissan Sentra.
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 86 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Nissan Sentra. (199 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1991 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Nissan Sentra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Buick Riviera | 2007 Nissan Sentra | |
| Make | Buick | Nissan |
| Model | Riviera | Sentra |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3800 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 170 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 199 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2690 mm |
