1997 Buick Riviera vs. 2013 Chrysler TOWN & COUNTRY
To start off, 2013 Chrysler TOWN & COUNTRY is newer by 16 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, 2013 Chrysler TOWN & COUNTRY (279 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1997 Buick Riviera. (202 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Chrysler TOWN & COUNTRY should accelerate faster than 1997 Buick Riviera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Chrysler TOWN & COUNTRY weights approximately 415 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, 2013 Chrysler TOWN & COUNTRY (353 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Buick Riviera. (312 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 Chrysler TOWN & COUNTRY will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Buick Riviera.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Buick Riviera | 2013 Chrysler TOWN & COUNTRY | |
| Make | Buick | Chrysler |
| Model | Riviera | TOWN & COUNTRY |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 202 HP | 279 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 2115 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 5151 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 2247 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1725 mm |
