1998 Buick Riviera vs. 2000 Dodge Neon
To start off, 2000 Dodge Neon is newer by 2 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, 1998 Buick Riviera (125 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2000 Dodge Neon. (114 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Buick Riviera should accelerate faster than 2000 Dodge Neon.
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 135 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Dodge Neon. (152 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 1998 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Dodge Neon.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Buick Riviera | 2000 Dodge Neon | |
Make | Buick | Dodge |
Model | Riviera | Neon |
Year Released | 1998 | 2000 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4130 cc | 1795 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 125 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 287 Nm | 152 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2650 mm |