1991 Buick Riviera vs. 2013 Mini Cooper
To start off, 2013 Mini Cooper is newer by 22 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 49 more horse power than 2013 Mini Cooper. (121 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Buick Riviera should accelerate faster than 2013 Mini Cooper. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Buick Riviera weights approximately 260 kg more than 2013 Mini Cooper. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 130 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Mini Cooper. (155 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1991 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Mini Cooper. 1991 Buick Riviera has automatic transmission and 2013 Mini Cooper has manual transmission. 2013 Mini Cooper 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 | 2013 Mini Cooper | |
Make | Buick | Mini |
Model | Riviera | Cooper |
Year Released | 1991 | 2013 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3800 cc | 1600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 170 HP | 121 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 155 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 77 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 85 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1260 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 3723 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1892 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1414 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2467 mm |