1998 Buick Riviera vs. 2001 Nissan Moco
To start off, 2001 Nissan Moco is newer by 3 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 72 more horse power than 2001 Nissan Moco. (53 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Buick Riviera should accelerate faster than 2001 Nissan Moco. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Buick Riviera weights approximately 556 kg more than 2001 Nissan Moco. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Nissan Moco is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Buick Riviera. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Nissan Moco will offer significantly more control. 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 224 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Nissan Moco. (63 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1998 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Nissan Moco.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Buick Riviera | 2001 Nissan Moco | |
Make | Buick | Nissan |
Model | Riviera | Moco |
Year Released | 1998 | 2001 |
Engine Size | 4130 cc | 658 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 125 HP | 53 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 287 Nm | 63 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1666 kg | 1110 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 3400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1480 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1600 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2370 mm |