1998 Buick Riviera vs. 1990 Fiat Tempra
To start off, 1998 Buick Riviera is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Fiat Tempra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Fiat Tempra 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 15 more horse power than 1990 Fiat Tempra. (110 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Buick Riviera should accelerate faster than 1990 Fiat Tempra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Buick Riviera weights approximately 466 kg more than 1990 Fiat Tempra. 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 147 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Fiat Tempra. (140 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1998 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Fiat Tempra. 1998 Buick Riviera has automatic transmission and 1990 Fiat Tempra has manual transmission. 1990 Fiat Tempra 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 Fiat Tempra | |
| Make | Buick | Fiat |
| Model | Riviera | Tempra |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1990 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4130 cc | 1756 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 125 HP | 110 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 287 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 100.7 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 79.2 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1666 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2550 mm |
