1998 Buick Riviera vs. 1999 Daewoo Nubira
To start off, 1999 Daewoo Nubira is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Buick Riviera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Buick Riviera would be higher. At 4,130 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Buick Riviera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Daewoo Nubira (131 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1998 Buick Riviera. (125 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Daewoo Nubira should accelerate faster than 1998 Buick Riviera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Buick Riviera weights approximately 430 kg more than 1999 Daewoo Nubira.
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 106 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Daewoo Nubira. (181 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1998 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Daewoo Nubira. 1998 Buick Riviera has automatic transmission and 1999 Daewoo Nubira has manual transmission. 1999 Daewoo Nubira 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 | 1999 Daewoo Nubira | |
| Make | Buick | Daewoo |
| Model | Riviera | Nubira |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4130 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 125 HP | 131 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 287 Nm | 181 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 100.7 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1666 kg | 1236 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2580 mm |
