1997 Buick Riviera vs. 2012 Honda Jazz
To start off, 2012 Honda Jazz 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 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Buick Riviera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Buick Riviera (202 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 2012 Honda Jazz. (99 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Buick Riviera should accelerate faster than 2012 Honda Jazz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Buick Riviera weights approximately 571 kg more than 2012 Honda Jazz. 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 (312 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 185 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Honda Jazz. (127 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1997 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Honda Jazz.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Buick Riviera | 2012 Honda Jazz | |
| Make | Buick | Honda |
| Model | Riviera | Jazz |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1339 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 202 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1129 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1450 mm |
