1997 Buick Riviera vs. 2011 Opel Insignia
To start off, 2011 Opel Insignia is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Buick Riviera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Buick Riviera would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Buick Riviera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Buick Riviera (202 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 2011 Opel Insignia. (138 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Buick Riviera should accelerate faster than 2011 Opel Insignia.
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, 1997 Buick Riviera (312 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Opel Insignia. (175 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1997 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Opel Insignia.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Buick Riviera | 2011 Opel Insignia | |
Make | Buick | Opel |
Model | Riviera | Insignia |
Year Released | 1997 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 202 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 312 Nm | 175 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1856 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1498 mm |