1997 Buick Riviera vs. 2008 Land Rover Discovery
To start off, 2008 Land Rover Discovery 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 4,394 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Land Rover Discovery is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 1023 kg more than 1997 Buick Riviera.
Because 2008 Land Rover Discovery 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 Land Rover Discovery 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, 2008 Land Rover Discovery (425 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Buick Riviera. (364 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2008 Land Rover Discovery will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Buick Riviera.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Buick Riviera | 2008 Land Rover Discovery | |
Make | Buick | Land Rover |
Model | Riviera | Discovery |
Year Released | 1997 | 2008 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3790 cc | 4394 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 180 HP | 0 HP |
Torque | 364 Nm | 425 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 88.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 90.3 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 10.8:1 |
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 | 2704 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4840 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1920 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2890 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 86 L |