1997 Buick Riviera vs. 1994 Suzuki Alto
To start off, 1997 Buick Riviera is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Suzuki Alto. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Suzuki Alto would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Buick Riviera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Buick Riviera (202 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 164 more horse power than 1994 Suzuki Alto. (38 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Buick Riviera should accelerate faster than 1994 Suzuki Alto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Buick Riviera weights approximately 1064 kg more than 1994 Suzuki Alto. 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, 1997 Buick Riviera (312 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 253 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Suzuki Alto. (59 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1997 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Suzuki Alto.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Buick Riviera | 1994 Suzuki Alto | |
| Make | Buick | Suzuki |
| Model | Riviera | Alto |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1994 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 202 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 59 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 636 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 3310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1410 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1420 mm |
