1998 Buick Riviera vs. 1993 Chrysler Town & Country
To start off, 1998 Buick Riviera is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Chrysler Town & Country. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Chrysler Town & Country would be higher. At 4,130 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Buick Riviera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Chrysler Town & Country (163 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1998 Buick Riviera. (125 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Chrysler Town & Country should accelerate faster than 1998 Buick Riviera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Chrysler Town & Country weights approximately 138 kg more than 1998 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, 1993 Chrysler Town & Country (289 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Buick Riviera. (287 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1993 Chrysler Town & Country will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Buick Riviera.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Buick Riviera | 1993 Chrysler Town & Country | |
Make | Buick | Chrysler |
Model | Riviera | Town & Country |
Year Released | 1998 | 1993 |
Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4130 cc | 3778 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 125 HP | 163 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 287 Nm | 289 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1666 kg | 1804 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1690 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 3040 mm |