1998 Buick Riviera vs. 1990 Mercury Capri
To start off, 1998 Buick Riviera is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Mercury Capri. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Mercury Capri 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 25 more horse power than 1990 Mercury Capri. (100 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Buick Riviera should accelerate faster than 1990 Mercury Capri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Buick Riviera weights approximately 586 kg more than 1990 Mercury Capri. 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 157 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Mercury Capri. (130 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1998 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Mercury Capri.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Buick Riviera | 1990 Mercury Capri | |
| Make | Buick | Mercury |
| Model | Riviera | Capri |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4130 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 125 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 287 Nm | 130 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1666 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2410 mm |
