1997 Buick Riviera vs. 1999 Nissan C 52
To start off, 1999 Nissan C 52 is newer by 2 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 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Buick Riviera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Buick Riviera (202 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1999 Nissan C 52. (152 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Buick Riviera should accelerate faster than 1999 Nissan C 52. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Buick Riviera weights approximately 434 kg more than 1999 Nissan C 52. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1999 Nissan C 52 (354 Nm) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Buick Riviera. (312 Nm). This means 1999 Nissan C 52 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Buick Riviera.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Buick Riviera | 1999 Nissan C 52 | |
| Make | Buick | Nissan |
| Model | Riviera | C 52 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 3496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 202 HP | 152 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 354 Nm |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 1 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1266 kg |
