1991 Buick Riviera vs. 2011 Acura TL
To start off, 2011 Acura TL is newer by 20 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, 2011 Acura TL (305 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 135 more horse power than 1991 Buick Riviera. (170 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Acura TL should accelerate faster than 1991 Buick Riviera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Acura TL weights approximately 245 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.
Because 2011 Acura TL is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1991 Buick Riviera. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Acura TL 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, 2011 Acura TL (370 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Buick Riviera. (285 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2011 Acura TL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Buick Riviera. 1991 Buick Riviera has automatic transmission and 2011 Acura TL has manual transmission. 2011 Acura TL 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 | 2011 Acura TL | |
| Make | Buick | Acura |
| Model | Riviera | TL |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3800 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 170 HP | 305 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1765 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4928 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1453 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2776 mm |
