1997 Buick Riviera vs. 2007 Chevrolet Express
To start off, 2007 Chevrolet Express is newer by 10 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 5,998 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chevrolet Express (300 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 1997 Buick Riviera. (180 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 1997 Buick Riviera.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Chevrolet Express (488 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 124 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Buick Riviera. (364 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2007 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Buick Riviera.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Buick Riviera | 2007 Chevrolet Express | |
Make | Buick | Chevrolet |
Model | Riviera | Express |
Year Released | 1997 | 2007 |
Body Type | Coupe | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3790 cc | 5998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 180 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 364 Nm | 488 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 102 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 92 mm |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 12 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 5700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 2080 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 3440 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 117 L |