1997 Buick Riviera vs. 2010 Toyota Camry
To start off, 2010 Toyota Camry 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, 1997 Buick Riviera (180 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2010 Toyota Camry. (179 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Buick Riviera should accelerate faster than 2010 Toyota Camry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Buick Riviera weights approximately 191 kg more than 2010 Toyota Camry. 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 132 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Toyota Camry. (232 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1997 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Toyota Camry. 1997 Buick Riviera has automatic transmission and 2010 Toyota Camry has manual transmission. 2010 Toyota Camry 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 | 2010 Toyota Camry | |
Make | Buick | Toyota |
Model | Riviera | Camry |
Year Released | 1997 | 2010 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3790 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 180 HP | 179 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 364 Nm | 232 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1681 kg | 1490 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4806 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1821 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1466 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2776 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 70 L |