1997 Buick Riviera vs. 2011 Toyota Highlander
To start off, 2011 Toyota Highlander 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 3,790 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Buick Riviera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Toyota Highlander (187 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1997 Buick Riviera. (180 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Toyota Highlander should accelerate faster than 1997 Buick Riviera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Toyota Highlander weights approximately 109 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.
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 112 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Toyota Highlander. (252 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1997 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Toyota Highlander.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Buick Riviera | 2011 Toyota Highlander | |
Make | Buick | Toyota |
Model | Riviera | Highlander |
Year Released | 1997 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3790 cc | 2700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 180 HP | 187 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 364 Nm | 252 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1681 kg | 1790 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4785 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2789 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 73 L |