1997 Buick Riviera vs. 2003 Honda Element
To start off, 2003 Honda Element is newer by 6 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, 1997 Buick Riviera (180 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2003 Honda Element. (158 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Buick Riviera should accelerate faster than 2003 Honda Element. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Buick Riviera weights approximately 51 kg more than 2003 Honda Element. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 148 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Honda Element. (216 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1997 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Honda Element.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Buick Riviera | 2003 Honda Element | |
| Make | Buick | Honda |
| Model | Riviera | Element |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3790 cc | 2352 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 180 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 364 Nm | 216 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 99 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1681 kg | 1630 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 60 L |
