1997 Buick Riviera vs. 1994 Citroen Rally Raid
To start off, 1997 Buick Riviera is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Citroen Rally Raid. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Citroen Rally Raid would be higher. At 3,790 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Buick Riviera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Citroen Rally Raid (296 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 116 more horse power than 1997 Buick Riviera. (180 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Citroen Rally Raid should accelerate faster than 1997 Buick Riviera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Buick Riviera weights approximately 229 kg more than 1994 Citroen Rally Raid.
Let's talk about torque, 1994 Citroen Rally Raid (590 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 226 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Buick Riviera. (364 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1994 Citroen Rally Raid will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Buick Riviera.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Buick Riviera | 1994 Citroen Rally Raid | |
| Make | Buick | Citroen |
| Model | Riviera | Rally Raid |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1994 |
| Engine Size | 3790 cc | 2499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 180 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 364 Nm | 590 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1681 kg | 1452 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 3000 mm |
