1996 Buick Riviera vs. 1997 Volvo S70
To start off, 1997 Volvo S70 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 40 more horse power than 1997 Volvo S70. (162 HP @ 6100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Buick Riviera should accelerate faster than 1997 Volvo S70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Buick Riviera weights approximately 325 kg more than 1997 Volvo S70. 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 @ 4000 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Volvo S70. (221 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 1996 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Volvo S70.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Buick Riviera | 1997 Volvo S70 | |
Make | Buick | Volvo |
Model | Riviera | S70 |
Year Released | 1996 | 1997 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3789 cc | 2435 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 202 HP | 162 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 312 Nm | 221 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 90 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1375 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 68 L |