1998 Buick Riviera vs. 2000 Morgan 4
To start off, 2000 Morgan 4 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 13 more horse power than 2000 Morgan 4. (112 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Buick Riviera should accelerate faster than 2000 Morgan 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Buick Riviera weights approximately 696 kg more than 2000 Morgan 4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Morgan 4 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2000 Morgan 4. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Buick Riviera, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 127 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Morgan 4. (160 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1998 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Morgan 4. 1998 Buick Riviera has automatic transmission and 2000 Morgan 4 has manual transmission. 2000 Morgan 4 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 | 2000 Morgan 4 | |
Make | Buick | Morgan |
Model | Riviera | 4 |
Year Released | 1998 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4130 cc | 1794 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 125 HP | 112 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 287 Nm | 160 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 100.7 mm | 80.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 88 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1666 kg | 970 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4030 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1530 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2450 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 50 L |