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 |