1991 Buick Riviera vs. 2009 Saturn Outlook
To start off, 2009 Saturn Outlook 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 Saturn Outlook (281 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 1991 Buick Riviera. (170 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Saturn Outlook should accelerate faster than 1991 Buick Riviera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Buick Riviera weights approximately 235 kg more than 2009 Saturn Outlook.
Because 2009 Saturn Outlook 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 Saturn Outlook 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, 2009 Saturn Outlook (361 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Buick Riviera. (285 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2009 Saturn Outlook will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Buick Riviera.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Buick Riviera | 2009 Saturn Outlook | |
| Make | Buick | Saturn |
| Model | Riviera | Outlook |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3800 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 170 HP | 281 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 361 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 10.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1285 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 5100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 3030 mm |
