1997 Buick Riviera vs. 2010 Mercedes-Benz SLK
To start off, 2010 Mercedes-Benz SLK 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 Mercedes-Benz SLK (201 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1997 Buick Riviera. (180 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mercedes-Benz SLK should accelerate faster than 1997 Buick Riviera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Buick Riviera weights approximately 181 kg more than 2010 Mercedes-Benz SLK.
Because 2010 Mercedes-Benz SLK is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2010 Mercedes-Benz SLK. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Buick Riviera, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 54 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Mercedes-Benz SLK. (310 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1997 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Mercedes-Benz SLK.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Buick Riviera | 2010 Mercedes-Benz SLK | |
Make | Buick | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Riviera | SLK |
Year Released | 1997 | 2010 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3790 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 180 HP | 201 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 364 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Top Speed | 188 km/hour | 243 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1681 kg | 1500 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4135 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1816 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2431 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 60 L |