1997 Buick Riviera vs. 2010 Acura MDX
To start off, 2010 Acura MDX is newer by 13 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, 2010 Acura MDX (300 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 1997 Buick Riviera. (180 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Acura MDX should accelerate faster than 1997 Buick Riviera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Acura MDX weights approximately 383 kg more than 1997 Buick Riviera. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Acura MDX is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Buick Riviera. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Acura MDX 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, 2010 Acura MDX (366 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Buick Riviera. (364 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2010 Acura MDX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Buick Riviera.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Buick Riviera | 2010 Acura MDX | |
| Make | Buick | Acura |
| Model | Riviera | MDX |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3790 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 180 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 364 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1681 kg | 2064 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4867 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1994 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1732 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2751 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 79 L |
