1997 Buick Riviera vs. 2008 Chevrolet Equinox
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Equinox is newer by 11 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 17 more horse power than 2008 Chevrolet Equinox. (185 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Buick Riviera should accelerate faster than 2008 Chevrolet Equinox. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Chevrolet Equinox weights approximately 50 kg more than 1997 Buick Riviera.
Because 2008 Chevrolet Equinox 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, 2008 Chevrolet Equinox 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 (312 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Chevrolet Equinox. (286 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1997 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Chevrolet Equinox.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Buick Riviera | 2008 Chevrolet Equinox | |
Make | Buick | Chevrolet |
Model | Riviera | Equinox |
Year Released | 1997 | 2008 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 3425 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 202 HP | 185 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 312 Nm | 286 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1750 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 4800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1710 mm |