1998 Buick Riviera vs. 1996 Toyota Bandeirante
To start off, 1998 Buick Riviera is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Toyota Bandeirante. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Toyota Bandeirante 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 29 more horse power than 1996 Toyota Bandeirante. (96 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Buick Riviera should accelerate faster than 1996 Toyota Bandeirante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Toyota Bandeirante weights approximately 124 kg more than 1998 Buick Riviera.
Because 1996 Toyota Bandeirante is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Buick Riviera. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Toyota Bandeirante will offer significantly more control. 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 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Toyota Bandeirante. (245 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1998 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Toyota Bandeirante. 1998 Buick Riviera has automatic transmission and 1996 Toyota Bandeirante has manual transmission. 1996 Toyota Bandeirante 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 | 1996 Toyota Bandeirante | |
Make | Buick | Toyota |
Model | Riviera | Bandeirante |
Year Released | 1998 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4130 cc | 3661 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 125 HP | 96 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Torque | 287 Nm | 245 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1666 kg | 1790 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 3840 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1930 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2290 mm |