1997 Buick Riviera vs. 2002 Toyota Avalon
To start off, 2002 Toyota Avalon 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 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Buick Riviera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Toyota Avalon (210 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1997 Buick Riviera. (202 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Toyota Avalon should accelerate faster than 1997 Buick Riviera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Buick Riviera weights approximately 14 kg more than 2002 Toyota Avalon.
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 (312 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Toyota Avalon. (298 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1997 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Toyota Avalon.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Buick Riviera | 2002 Toyota Avalon | |
Make | Buick | Toyota |
Model | Riviera | Avalon |
Year Released | 1997 | 2002 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 2982 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 202 HP | 210 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 312 Nm | 298 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1686 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 4880 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1430 mm |