1991 Buick Riviera vs. 2010 Hyundai Sonata
To start off, 2010 Hyundai Sonata 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 Hyundai Sonata (175 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1991 Buick Riviera. (170 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Hyundai Sonata should accelerate faster than 1991 Buick Riviera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Buick Riviera weights approximately 11 kg more than 2010 Hyundai Sonata.
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 57 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Hyundai Sonata. (228 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1991 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Hyundai Sonata.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Buick Riviera | 2010 Hyundai Sonata | |
| Make | Buick | Hyundai |
| Model | Riviera | Sonata |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3800 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 170 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 228 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 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 | 1509 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4798 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1831 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1473 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2728 mm |
