1998 Buick Riviera vs. 2000 Ford Equator

To start off, 2000 Ford Equator 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, 2000 Ford Equator (128 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1998 Buick Riviera. (125 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ford Equator should accelerate faster than 1998 Buick Riviera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Buick Riviera weights approximately 458 kg more than 2000 Ford Equator.

Let's talk about torque, 1998 Buick Riviera (287 Nm) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Ford Equator. (160 Nm). This means 1998 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Ford Equator.

Compare all specifications:

1998 Buick Riviera 2000 Ford Equator
Make Buick Ford
Model Riviera Equator
Year Released 1998 2000
Body Type Coupe Pickup
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4130 cc 1787 cc
Horse Power 125 HP 128 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 5500 RPM
Torque 287 Nm 160 Nm
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 4 seats
Vehicle Weight 1666 kg 1208 kg
Wheelbase Size 2780 mm 3260 mm


 

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