1997 Buick Riviera vs. 2008 Ford Maverick
To start off, 2008 Ford Maverick 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 3,790 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Buick Riviera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford Maverick (194 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1997 Buick Riviera. (180 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford Maverick should accelerate faster than 1997 Buick Riviera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Buick Riviera weights approximately 76 kg more than 2008 Ford Maverick.
Because 2008 Ford Maverick 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 Ford Maverick 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 99 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Ford Maverick. (265 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 1997 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Ford Maverick.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Buick Riviera | 2008 Ford Maverick | |
Make | Buick | Ford |
Model | Riviera | Maverick |
Year Released | 1997 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3790 cc | 2967 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 180 HP | 194 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 364 Nm | 265 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 89.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1681 kg | 1605 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4420 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 62 L |