1997 Buick Riviera vs. 2007 Isuzu Ascender
To start off, 2007 Isuzu Ascender 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 4,195 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Isuzu Ascender is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Isuzu Ascender (291 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1997 Buick Riviera. (202 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Isuzu Ascender should accelerate faster than 1997 Buick Riviera.
Because 2007 Isuzu Ascender 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, 2007 Isuzu Ascender 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, 2007 Isuzu Ascender (376 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Buick Riviera. (312 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Isuzu Ascender will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Buick Riviera.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Buick Riviera | 2007 Isuzu Ascender | |
| Make | Buick | Isuzu |
| Model | Riviera | Ascender |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 4195 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 202 HP | 291 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 376 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1830 mm |
