1997 Buick Riviera vs. 1992 Nissan 300 ZX
To start off, 1997 Buick Riviera is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Nissan 300 ZX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Nissan 300 ZX would be higher. At 3,790 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Buick Riviera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Nissan 300 ZX (279 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 1997 Buick Riviera. (180 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Nissan 300 ZX should accelerate faster than 1997 Buick Riviera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Buick Riviera weights approximately 96 kg more than 1992 Nissan 300 ZX.
Because 1992 Nissan 300 ZX is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1992 Nissan 300 ZX. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Buick Riviera, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1992 Nissan 300 ZX (377 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Buick Riviera. (364 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1992 Nissan 300 ZX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Buick Riviera. 1997 Buick Riviera has automatic transmission and 1992 Nissan 300 ZX has manual transmission. 1992 Nissan 300 ZX will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1997 Buick Riviera will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1997 Buick Riviera | 1992 Nissan 300 ZX | |
Make | Buick | Nissan |
Model | Riviera | 300 ZX |
Year Released | 1997 | 1992 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3790 cc | 2960 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 180 HP | 279 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 364 Nm | 377 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1681 kg | 1585 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1260 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2580 mm |