1997 Buick Riviera vs. 2001 Daihatsu Sirion
To start off, 2001 Daihatsu Sirion is newer by 4 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, 1997 Buick Riviera (180 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 2001 Daihatsu Sirion. (100 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Buick Riviera should accelerate faster than 2001 Daihatsu Sirion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Buick Riviera weights approximately 811 kg more than 2001 Daihatsu Sirion. 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 243 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Daihatsu Sirion. (121 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1997 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Daihatsu Sirion.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Buick Riviera | 2001 Daihatsu Sirion | |
Make | Buick | Daihatsu |
Model | Riviera | Sirion |
Year Released | 1997 | 2001 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3790 cc | 1298 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 180 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 364 Nm | 121 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 72 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 79.7 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1681 kg | 870 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 3680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1600 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2380 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 40 L |