1997 Buick Riviera vs. 2005 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, 2005 Toyota Tacoma 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 3,950 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Tacoma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Tacoma (245 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1997 Buick Riviera. (180 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Tacoma should accelerate faster than 1997 Buick Riviera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Tacoma weights approximately 154 kg more than 1997 Buick Riviera. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Toyota Tacoma 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, 2005 Toyota Tacoma 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, 2005 Toyota Tacoma (382 Nm) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Buick Riviera. (364 Nm). This means 2005 Toyota Tacoma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Buick Riviera.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Buick Riviera | 2005 Toyota Tacoma | |
| Make | Buick | Toyota |
| Model | Riviera | Tacoma |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3790 cc | 3950 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 180 HP | 245 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 364 Nm | 382 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 94.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1681 kg | 1835 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 5290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 3250 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 79 L |
