1997 Buick Riviera vs. 2007 Mini Cooper
To start off, 2007 Mini Cooper 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. In terms of performance, 1997 Buick Riviera (180 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2007 Mini Cooper. (173 HP @ 1600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Buick Riviera should accelerate faster than 2007 Mini Cooper.
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 @ 2400 RPM) has 124 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mini Cooper. (240 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1997 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mini Cooper. 1997 Buick Riviera has automatic transmission and 2007 Mini Cooper has manual transmission. 2007 Mini Cooper will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1997 Buick Riviera will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1997 Buick Riviera | 2007 Mini Cooper | |
Make | Buick | Mini |
Model | Riviera | Cooper |
Year Released | 1997 | 2007 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 180 HP | 173 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Torque | 364 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 3630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2470 mm |