1998 Buick Riviera vs. 2001 Suzuki EV Sport
To start off, 2001 Suzuki EV Sport 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, 2001 Suzuki EV Sport (126 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1998 Buick Riviera. (125 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Suzuki EV Sport should accelerate faster than 1998 Buick Riviera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Buick Riviera weights approximately 221 kg more than 2001 Suzuki EV Sport.
Because 2001 Suzuki EV Sport 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 2001 Suzuki EV Sport. 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) has 181 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Suzuki EV Sport. (106 Nm). This means 1998 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Suzuki EV Sport.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Buick Riviera | 2001 Suzuki EV Sport | |
| Make | Buick | Suzuki |
| Model | Riviera | EV Sport |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4130 cc | 398 cc |
| Engine Type | V | electric |
| Horse Power | 125 HP | 126 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 287 Nm | 106 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1666 kg | 1445 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 3410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1150 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2240 mm |
