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 70 more horse power than 2004 Toyota RAV4. (110 HP @ 4000 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 236 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 85 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Toyota RAV4. (279 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1997 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Toyota RAV4. 1997 Buick Riviera has automatic transmission and 2004 Toyota RAV4 has manual transmission. 2004 Toyota RAV4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1997 Buick Riviera will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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 | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 180 HP | 110 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 364 Nm | 279 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 82.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 18.6:1 |
| Top Speed | 188 km/hour | 170 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1681 kg | 1445 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 57 L |
