1997 Buick Riviera vs. 2005 Ford Mustang
To start off, 2005 Ford Mustang is newer by 8 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 4,015 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Mustang (202 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1997 Buick Riviera. (180 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1997 Buick Riviera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Buick Riviera weights approximately 184 kg more than 2005 Ford Mustang.
Because 2005 Ford Mustang 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 2005 Ford Mustang. 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, 1997 Buick Riviera (364 Nm) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Mustang. (326 Nm). This means 1997 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Mustang.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Buick Riviera | 2005 Ford Mustang | |
Make | Buick | Ford |
Model | Riviera | Mustang |
Year Released | 1997 | 2005 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3790 cc | 4015 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 180 HP | 202 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 364 Nm | 326 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 100 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 84 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1681 kg | 1497 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2620 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 61 L |