1997 Buick Riviera vs. 1998 Subaru SVX
To start off, 1998 Subaru SVX is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Buick Riviera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Buick Riviera would be higher. At 3,790 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Buick Riviera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Subaru SVX (218 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1997 Buick Riviera. (180 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Subaru SVX should accelerate faster than 1997 Buick Riviera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Buick Riviera weights approximately 61 kg more than 1998 Subaru SVX.
Because 1998 Subaru SVX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Buick Riviera. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Subaru SVX will offer significantly more control. 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 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Subaru SVX. (301 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1997 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Subaru SVX.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Buick Riviera | 1998 Subaru SVX | |
Make | Buick | Subaru |
Model | Riviera | SVX |
Year Released | 1997 | 1998 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3790 cc | 3318 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Horse Power | 180 HP | 218 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 364 Nm | 301 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 96.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 75 mm |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1681 kg | 1620 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1310 mm |