1997 Buick Riviera vs. 2001 Daihatsu U4 B
To start off, 2001 Daihatsu U4 B 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 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Buick Riviera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Buick Riviera (202 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 140 more horse power than 2001 Daihatsu U4 B. (62 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Buick Riviera should accelerate faster than 2001 Daihatsu U4 B. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Buick Riviera weights approximately 880 kg more than 2001 Daihatsu U4 B. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Daihatsu U4 B 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, 2001 Daihatsu U4 B 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 (312 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 204 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Daihatsu U4 B. (108 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1997 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Daihatsu U4 B.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Buick Riviera | 2001 Daihatsu U4 B | |
Make | Buick | Daihatsu |
Model | Riviera | U4 B |
Year Released | 1997 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 660 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 202 HP | 62 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 312 Nm | 108 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 820 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 3400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1480 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1580 mm |