1998 Buick Riviera vs. 1990 De Tomaso Pantera
To start off, 1998 Buick Riviera is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 De Tomaso Pantera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 De Tomaso Pantera would be higher. At 5,761 cc (8 cylinders), 1990 De Tomaso Pantera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 De Tomaso Pantera (350 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 225 more horse power than 1998 Buick Riviera. (125 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 De Tomaso Pantera should accelerate faster than 1998 Buick Riviera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Buick Riviera weights approximately 66 kg more than 1990 De Tomaso Pantera.
Because 1990 De Tomaso Pantera is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1990 De Tomaso Pantera. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Buick Riviera, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1990 De Tomaso Pantera (452 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Buick Riviera. (287 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1990 De Tomaso Pantera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Buick Riviera. 1998 Buick Riviera has automatic transmission and 1990 De Tomaso Pantera has manual transmission. 1990 De Tomaso Pantera 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 | 1990 De Tomaso Pantera | |
Make | Buick | De Tomaso |
Model | Riviera | Pantera |
Year Released | 1998 | 1990 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 4130 cc | 5761 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 125 HP | 350 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 287 Nm | 452 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3700 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 100.7 mm | 101.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 88.9 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
Top Speed | 161 km/hour | 265 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1666 kg | 1600 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1990 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1100 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 102 L |