1997 Buick Riviera vs. 2008 Nissan Qashqai
To start off, 2008 Nissan Qashqai 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, 1997 Buick Riviera (180 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 2008 Nissan Qashqai. (113 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Buick Riviera should accelerate faster than 2008 Nissan Qashqai. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Buick Riviera weights approximately 307 kg more than 2008 Nissan Qashqai. 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 (364 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 208 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Nissan Qashqai. (156 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1997 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Nissan Qashqai. 1997 Buick Riviera has automatic transmission and 2008 Nissan Qashqai has manual transmission. 2008 Nissan Qashqai will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1997 Buick Riviera will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Buick Riviera | 2008 Nissan Qashqai | |
| Make | Buick | Nissan |
| Model | Riviera | Qashqai |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3790 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 180 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 364 Nm | 156 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 83.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 10.7:1 |
| Top Speed | 188 km/hour | 175 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1681 kg | 1374 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 65 L |
