1997 Buick Riviera vs. 1990 Buick Century
To start off, 1997 Buick Riviera is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Buick Century. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Buick Century would be higher. At 3,790 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Buick Riviera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Buick Riviera (180 HP) has 19 more horse power than 1990 Buick Century. (161 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Buick Riviera should accelerate faster than 1990 Buick Century.
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 (364 Nm) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Buick Century. (251 Nm). This means 1997 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Buick Century.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Buick Riviera | 1990 Buick Century | |
| Make | Buick | Buick |
| Model | Riviera | Century |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1990 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3790 cc | 3300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 180 HP | 161 HP |
| Torque | 364 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4803 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1763 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1364 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2662 mm |
