1998 Buick Riviera vs. 1997 Kia Avella
To start off, 1998 Buick Riviera is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Kia Avella. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Kia Avella 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 53 more horse power than 1997 Kia Avella. (72 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Buick Riviera should accelerate faster than 1997 Kia Avella. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Buick Riviera weights approximately 751 kg more than 1997 Kia Avella. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1998 Buick Riviera (287 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 152 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Kia Avella. (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1998 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Kia Avella.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Buick Riviera | 1997 Kia Avella | |
Make | Buick | Kia |
Model | Riviera | Avella |
Year Released | 1998 | 1997 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4130 cc | 1323 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 125 HP | 72 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 287 Nm | 135 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1666 kg | 915 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 3980 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2400 mm |