1997 Buick Riviera vs. 1996 Toyota Previa
To start off, 1997 Buick Riviera is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Toyota Previa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Toyota Previa 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 @ 4000 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1996 Toyota Previa. (132 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Buick Riviera should accelerate faster than 1996 Toyota Previa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Buick Riviera weights approximately 66 kg more than 1996 Toyota Previa. 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 (364 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 158 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Toyota Previa. (206 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1997 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Toyota Previa. 1997 Buick Riviera has automatic transmission and 1996 Toyota Previa has manual transmission. 1996 Toyota Previa 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 | 1996 Toyota Previa | |
Make | Buick | Toyota |
Model | Riviera | Previa |
Year Released | 1997 | 1996 |
Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 3790 cc | 2438 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 180 HP | 132 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 364 Nm | 206 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 95.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 9.3:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1681 kg | 1615 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1830 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2530 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 75 L |