1997 Buick Riviera vs. 2004 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 2004 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 7 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 5,970 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet Corvette (400 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 198 more horse power than 1997 Buick Riviera. (202 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1997 Buick Riviera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Buick Riviera weights approximately 123 kg more than 2004 Chevrolet Corvette.
Because 2004 Chevrolet Corvette is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2004 Chevrolet Corvette. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Buick Riviera, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2004 Chevrolet Corvette (543 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 231 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Buick Riviera. (312 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Buick Riviera.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Buick Riviera | 2004 Chevrolet Corvette | |
Make | Buick | Chevrolet |
Model | Riviera | Corvette |
Year Released | 1997 | 2004 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 5970 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 202 HP | 400 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 312 Nm | 543 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 10.9:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1577 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1250 mm |