1997 Buick Riviera vs. 2000 Volkswagen AAC
To start off, 2000 Volkswagen AAC is newer by 3 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 4,921 cc (10 cylinders), 2000 Volkswagen AAC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Volkswagen AAC (309 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 129 more horse power than 1997 Buick Riviera. (180 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Volkswagen AAC should accelerate faster than 1997 Buick Riviera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Buick Riviera weights approximately 307 kg more than 2000 Volkswagen AAC.
Because 2000 Volkswagen AAC 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, 2000 Volkswagen AAC 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, 2000 Volkswagen AAC (765 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 401 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Buick Riviera. (364 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2000 Volkswagen AAC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Buick Riviera.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Buick Riviera | 2000 Volkswagen AAC | |
| Make | Buick | Volkswagen |
| Model | Riviera | AAC |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3790 cc | 4921 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 180 HP | 309 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 364 Nm | 765 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Top Speed | 188 km/hour | 199 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1681 kg | 1374 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 5260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 3310 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 55 L |
