1991 Buick Riviera vs. 2011 Suzuki Jimny
To start off, 2011 Suzuki Jimny 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, 1991 Buick Riviera (170 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 2011 Suzuki Jimny. (85 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Buick Riviera should accelerate faster than 2011 Suzuki Jimny.
Because 2011 Suzuki Jimny is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1991 Buick Riviera. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Suzuki Jimny 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, 1991 Buick Riviera (285 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Suzuki Jimny. (110 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1991 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Suzuki Jimny. 1991 Buick Riviera has automatic transmission and 2011 Suzuki Jimny has manual transmission. 2011 Suzuki Jimny 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.
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1991 Buick Riviera | 2011 Suzuki Jimny | |
Make | Buick | Suzuki |
Model | Riviera | Jimny |
Year Released | 1991 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3800 cc | 1328 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 170 HP | 85 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 110 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 69.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 3650 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2260 mm |