1997 Buick Riviera vs. 2005 Toyota Camry
To start off, 2005 Toyota Camry 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 3,790 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Buick Riviera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Camry (201 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1997 Buick Riviera. (180 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Camry should accelerate faster than 1997 Buick Riviera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Buick Riviera weights approximately 71 kg more than 2005 Toyota Camry.
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) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Camry. (304 Nm). This means 1997 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Camry.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Buick Riviera | 2005 Toyota Camry | |
Make | Buick | Toyota |
Model | Riviera | Camry |
Year Released | 1997 | 2005 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3790 cc | 2997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 180 HP | 201 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Torque | 364 Nm | 304 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1681 kg | 1610 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2790 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 70 L |