1997 Buick Riviera vs. 2009 Mini Cooper
To start off, 2009 Mini Cooper is newer by 12 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 12 more horse power than 2009 Mini Cooper. (168 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Buick Riviera should accelerate faster than 2009 Mini Cooper. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Buick Riviera weights approximately 466 kg more than 2009 Mini Cooper. 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 144 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mini Cooper. (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1997 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mini Cooper.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Buick Riviera | 2009 Mini Cooper | |
| Make | Buick | Mini |
| Model | Riviera | Cooper |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| 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 | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 364 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 8.3:1 |
| Top Speed | 188 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1681 kg | 1215 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 3660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1420 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 50 L |
