1991 Buick Riviera vs. 2009 Ford Edge
To start off, 2009 Ford Edge is newer by 18 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, 2009 Ford Edge (261 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 1991 Buick Riviera. (170 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Edge should accelerate faster than 1991 Buick Riviera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Buick Riviera weights approximately 554 kg more than 2009 Ford Edge.
Because 2009 Ford Edge 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, 2009 Ford Edge 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, 1991 Buick Riviera (285 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford Edge. (250 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1991 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford Edge.
Compare all specifications:
1991 Buick Riviera | 2009 Ford Edge | |
Make | Buick | Ford |
Model | Riviera | Edge |
Year Released | 1991 | 2009 |
Body Type | Coupe | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3800 cc | 3496 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 170 HP | 261 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 10.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 966 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2830 mm |