1998 Buick Riviera vs. 1962 Mini Countryman
To start off, 1998 Buick Riviera is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Mini Countryman. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Mini Countryman would be higher. At 4,130 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Buick Riviera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Buick Riviera (125 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 1962 Mini Countryman. (34 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Buick Riviera should accelerate faster than 1962 Mini Countryman. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Buick Riviera weights approximately 1006 kg more than 1962 Mini Countryman. 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, 1998 Buick Riviera (287 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 227 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Mini Countryman. (60 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1998 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Mini Countryman. 1998 Buick Riviera has automatic transmission and 1962 Mini Countryman has manual transmission. 1962 Mini Countryman will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 Buick Riviera will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Buick Riviera | 1962 Mini Countryman | |
| Make | Buick | Mini |
| Model | Riviera | Countryman |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1962 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4130 cc | 846 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 125 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 287 Nm | 60 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1666 kg | 660 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 3310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1420 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2140 mm |
