1997 Buick Riviera vs. 2009 Nissan Altima
To start off, 2009 Nissan Altima 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 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Buick Riviera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan Altima (270 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1997 Buick Riviera. (202 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Altima should accelerate faster than 1997 Buick Riviera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Buick Riviera weights approximately 623 kg more than 2009 Nissan Altima.
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, 2009 Nissan Altima (350 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Buick Riviera. (312 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan Altima will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Buick Riviera.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Buick Riviera | 2009 Nissan Altima | |
Make | Buick | Nissan |
Model | Riviera | Altima |
Year Released | 1997 | 2009 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 3490 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 202 HP | 270 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 312 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 10.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1077 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1480 mm |