1991 Buick Riviera vs. 1988 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 1991 Buick Riviera is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Toyota Land Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Toyota Land Cruiser 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 73 more horse power than 1988 Toyota Land Cruiser. (97 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Buick Riviera should accelerate faster than 1988 Toyota Land Cruiser.
Because 1988 Toyota Land Cruiser 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, 1988 Toyota Land Cruiser 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 59 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Toyota Land Cruiser. (226 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1991 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Toyota Land Cruiser.
Compare all specifications:
1991 Buick Riviera | 1988 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
Make | Buick | Toyota |
Model | Riviera | Land Cruiser |
Year Released | 1991 | 1988 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3800 cc | 3430 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 170 HP | 97 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 226 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 102 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 105 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1700 mm |