1991 Buick Riviera vs. 2011 Lotus Evora
To start off, 2011 Lotus Evora 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 Lotus Evora (276 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 1991 Buick Riviera. (170 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Lotus Evora should accelerate faster than 1991 Buick Riviera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Buick Riviera weights approximately 138 kg more than 2011 Lotus Evora.
Because 2011 Lotus Evora is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2011 Lotus Evora. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 Buick Riviera, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Lotus Evora (349 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Buick Riviera. (285 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2011 Lotus Evora 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 Lotus Evora has manual transmission. 2011 Lotus Evora 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 Lotus Evora | |
| Make | Buick | Lotus |
| Model | Riviera | Evora |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3800 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 170 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 349 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1382 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4341 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1849 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1222 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2576 mm |
