1991 Buick Riviera vs. 2010 Dodge Caliber
To start off, 2010 Dodge Caliber 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, 1991 Buick Riviera (170 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2010 Dodge Caliber. (158 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Buick Riviera should accelerate faster than 2010 Dodge Caliber.
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 94 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Dodge Caliber. (191 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1991 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Dodge Caliber. 1991 Buick Riviera has automatic transmission and 2010 Dodge Caliber has manual transmission. 2010 Dodge Caliber 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 | 2010 Dodge Caliber | |
| Make | Buick | Dodge |
| Model | Riviera | Caliber |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3800 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 170 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 191 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4415 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1748 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1534 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2634 mm |
