1997 Buick Riviera vs. 2011 Mitsubishi Eclipse
To start off, 2011 Mitsubishi Eclipse is newer by 14 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 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Mitsubishi Eclipse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mitsubishi Eclipse (265 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1997 Buick Riviera. (180 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mitsubishi Eclipse should accelerate faster than 1997 Buick Riviera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Buick Riviera weights approximately 44 kg more than 2011 Mitsubishi Eclipse.
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 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Mitsubishi Eclipse. (355 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1997 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Mitsubishi Eclipse.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Buick Riviera | 2011 Mitsubishi Eclipse | |
Make | Buick | Mitsubishi |
Model | Riviera | Eclipse |
Year Released | 1997 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3790 cc | 3800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 180 HP | 265 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 364 Nm | 355 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
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 | 1637 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4582 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1834 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1351 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2576 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 67 L |