1997 Buick Riviera vs. 2004 Toyota RAV4
To start off, 2004 Toyota RAV4 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 32 more horse power than 2004 Toyota RAV4. (148 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Buick Riviera should accelerate faster than 2004 Toyota RAV4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Buick Riviera weights approximately 370 kg more than 2004 Toyota RAV4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Toyota RAV4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Buick Riviera. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Toyota RAV4 will offer significantly more control. 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 172 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Toyota RAV4. (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1997 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Toyota RAV4.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Buick Riviera | 2004 Toyota RAV4 | |
Make | Buick | Toyota |
Model | Riviera | RAV4 |
Year Released | 1997 | 2004 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3790 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 180 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 364 Nm | 192 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1681 kg | 1311 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4210 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1690 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 57 L |