1997 Buick Riviera vs. 1997 Ford Windstar
To start off, both 1997 Buick Riviera and 1997 Ford Windstar were released in the same year (1997). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 30 more horse power than 1997 Ford Windstar. (150 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Buick Riviera should accelerate faster than 1997 Ford Windstar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Ford Windstar weights approximately 9 kg more than 1997 Buick Riviera.
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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Buick Riviera | 1997 Ford Windstar | |
| Make | Buick | Ford |
| Model | Riviera | Windstar |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3790 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 180 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1681 kg | 1690 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 5120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1920 mm |
