1997 Buick Riviera vs. 2012 Acura TSX
To start off, 2012 Acura TSX is newer by 15 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, 2012 Acura TSX (201 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1997 Buick Riviera. (180 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Acura TSX should accelerate faster than 1997 Buick Riviera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Buick Riviera weights approximately 107 kg more than 2012 Acura TSX.
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 134 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Acura TSX. (230 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1997 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Acura TSX.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Buick Riviera | 2012 Acura TSX | |
Make | Buick | Acura |
Model | Riviera | TSX |
Year Released | 1997 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3790 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 180 HP | 201 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 364 Nm | 230 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1681 kg | 1574 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4714 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1839 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1438 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2708 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 70 L |