1991 Buick Riviera vs. 2010 Buick LaCrosse
To start off, 2010 Buick LaCrosse is newer by 19 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, 2010 Buick LaCrosse (280 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 1991 Buick Riviera. (170 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Buick LaCrosse should accelerate faster than 1991 Buick Riviera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Buick LaCrosse weights approximately 333 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.
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, 2010 Buick LaCrosse (351 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Buick Riviera. (285 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2010 Buick LaCrosse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Buick Riviera.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Buick Riviera | 2010 Buick LaCrosse | |
| Make | Buick | Buick |
| Model | Riviera | LaCrosse |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3800 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 170 HP | 280 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 351 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1853 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 5001 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1857 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1504 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2837 mm |
