1997 Buick Riviera vs. 2007 Nissan Patrol
To start off, 2007 Nissan Patrol 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 3,790 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Buick Riviera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Buick Riviera (180 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2007 Nissan Patrol. (156 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Buick Riviera should accelerate faster than 2007 Nissan Patrol. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 729 kg more than 1997 Buick Riviera.
Because 2007 Nissan Patrol 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 Nissan Patrol 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, 1997 Buick Riviera (364 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Nissan Patrol. (355 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1997 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Nissan Patrol.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Buick Riviera | 2007 Nissan Patrol | |
| Make | Buick | Nissan |
| Model | Riviera | Patrol |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3790 cc | 2953 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 180 HP | 156 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 364 Nm | 355 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 102 mm |
| Top Speed | 188 km/hour | 160 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1681 kg | 2410 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2970 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 95 L |
