1997 Buick Riviera vs. 2002 Mitsubishi Magna
To start off, 2002 Mitsubishi Magna 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 Mitsubishi Magna (187 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1997 Buick Riviera. (180 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Mitsubishi Magna should accelerate faster than 1997 Buick Riviera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Buick Riviera weights approximately 226 kg more than 2002 Mitsubishi Magna.
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 109 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Mitsubishi Magna. (255 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1997 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Mitsubishi Magna. 1997 Buick Riviera has automatic transmission and 2002 Mitsubishi Magna has manual transmission. 2002 Mitsubishi Magna will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1997 Buick Riviera will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Buick Riviera | 2002 Mitsubishi Magna | |
| Make | Buick | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Riviera | Magna |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3790 cc | 2972 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 180 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 364 Nm | 255 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1681 kg | 1455 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2730 mm |
