1997 Buick Riviera vs. 2001 Toyota Brevis
To start off, 2001 Toyota Brevis 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, 2001 Toyota Brevis (194 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1997 Buick Riviera. (180 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Toyota Brevis should accelerate faster than 1997 Buick Riviera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Buick Riviera weights approximately 85 kg more than 2001 Toyota Brevis.
Because 2001 Toyota Brevis 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 Toyota Brevis 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 114 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Toyota Brevis. (250 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1997 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Toyota Brevis.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Buick Riviera | 2001 Toyota Brevis | |
| Make | Buick | Toyota |
| Model | Riviera | Brevis |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3790 cc | 2491 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 180 HP | 194 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 364 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 71.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1681 kg | 1596 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 70 L |
