1997 Buick Riviera vs. 2007 Chevrolet Lumina
To start off, 2007 Chevrolet Lumina 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 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Buick Riviera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chevrolet Lumina (254 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1997 Buick Riviera. (202 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet Lumina should accelerate faster than 1997 Buick Riviera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Buick Riviera weights approximately 108 kg more than 2007 Chevrolet Lumina.
Because 2007 Chevrolet Lumina 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 2007 Chevrolet Lumina. 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, 2007 Chevrolet Lumina (340 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Buick Riviera. (312 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Chevrolet Lumina 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 Lumina | |
Make | Buick | Chevrolet |
Model | Riviera | Lumina |
Year Released | 1997 | 2007 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 3565 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 202 HP | 254 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 312 Nm | 340 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 9.4:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1592 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 4870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1450 mm |