1991 Buick Riviera vs. 2012 Hyundai Genesis
To start off, 2012 Hyundai Genesis is newer by 21 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. Both 1991 Buick Riviera and 2012 Hyundai Genesis are equipped with a 3,800 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Hyundai Genesis (333 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 163 more horse power than 1991 Buick Riviera. (170 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Hyundai Genesis should accelerate faster than 1991 Buick Riviera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Hyundai Genesis weights approximately 215 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 2012 Hyundai Genesis 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 2012 Hyundai Genesis. 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, 2012 Hyundai Genesis (394 Nm @ 5100 RPM) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Buick Riviera. (285 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2012 Hyundai Genesis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Buick Riviera.
Compare all specifications:
1991 Buick Riviera | 2012 Hyundai Genesis | |
Make | Buick | Hyundai |
Model | Riviera | Genesis |
Year Released | 1991 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3800 cc | 3800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 170 HP | 333 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 394 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1735 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4986 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1476 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2936 mm |