1998 Buick Riviera vs. 1997 Toyota Carina

To start off, 1998 Buick Riviera is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Toyota Carina 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 20 more horse power than 1997 Toyota Carina. (105 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Buick Riviera should accelerate faster than 1997 Toyota Carina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Buick Riviera weights approximately 521 kg more than 1997 Toyota Carina. 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 151 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Toyota Carina. (136 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1998 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Toyota Carina. 1998 Buick Riviera has automatic transmission and 1997 Toyota Carina has manual transmission. 1997 Toyota Carina 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 1997 Toyota Carina
Make Buick Toyota
Model Riviera Carina
Year Released 1998 1997
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4130 cc 1586 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 125 HP 105 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 287 Nm 136 Nm
Torque RPM 2000 RPM 4800 RPM
Engine Bore Size 100.7 mm 85 mm
Engine Stroke Size 86.4 mm 70 mm
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 1666 kg 1145 kg
Vehicle Length 5230 mm 4540 mm
Vehicle Width 2040 mm 1710 mm
Vehicle Height 1380 mm 1420 mm


 

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