1996 Buick Riviera vs. 1997 Daewoo Joyster
To start off, 1997 Daewoo Joyster is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Buick Riviera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Buick Riviera would be higher. At 3,789 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Buick Riviera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Buick Riviera (202 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 1997 Daewoo Joyster. (89 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Buick Riviera should accelerate faster than 1997 Daewoo Joyster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Buick Riviera weights approximately 800 kg more than 1997 Daewoo Joyster. 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, 1996 Buick Riviera (312 Nm) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Daewoo Joyster. (137 Nm). This means 1996 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Daewoo Joyster.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Buick Riviera | 1997 Daewoo Joyster | |
Make | Buick | Daewoo |
Model | Riviera | Joyster |
Year Released | 1996 | 1997 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3789 cc | 1497 cc |
Horse Power | 202 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 312 Nm | 137 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 900 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 4050 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1280 mm |