1997 Buick Riviera vs. 2004 Mitsubishi Galant
To start off, 2004 Mitsubishi Galant 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 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 36 more horse power than 2004 Mitsubishi Galant. (144 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Buick Riviera should accelerate faster than 2004 Mitsubishi Galant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Buick Riviera weights approximately 391 kg more than 2004 Mitsubishi Galant. 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 173 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mitsubishi Galant. (191 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1997 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mitsubishi Galant.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Buick Riviera | 2004 Mitsubishi Galant | |
| Make | Buick | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Riviera | Galant |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3790 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 180 HP | 144 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 364 Nm | 191 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1681 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2640 mm |
