1997 Buick Riviera vs. 2007 Opel Vectra
To start off, 2007 Opel Vectra 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, 1997 Buick Riviera (202 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 2007 Opel Vectra. (153 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Buick Riviera should accelerate faster than 2007 Opel Vectra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Buick Riviera weights approximately 245 kg more than 2007 Opel Vectra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 (312 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Opel Vectra. (220 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1997 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Opel Vectra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Buick Riviera | 2007 Opel Vectra | |
| Make | Buick | Opel |
| Model | Riviera | Vectra |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 2198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 202 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 12.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1455 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1470 mm |
