1997 Buick Riviera vs. 2002 Acura CL
To start off, 2002 Acura CL is newer by 5 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, 2002 Acura CL (260 HP @ 6900 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1997 Buick Riviera. (180 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Acura CL should accelerate faster than 1997 Buick Riviera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Buick Riviera weights approximately 101 kg more than 2002 Acura CL.
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 49 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Acura CL. (315 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1997 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Acura CL.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Buick Riviera | 2002 Acura CL | |
Make | Buick | Acura |
Model | Riviera | CL |
Year Released | 1997 | 2002 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3790 cc | 3210 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 180 HP | 260 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6900 RPM |
Torque | 364 Nm | 315 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1681 kg | 1580 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4880 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 65 L |