1998 Buick Riviera vs. 2002 Honda Avancier
To start off, 2002 Honda Avancier is newer by 4 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, 2002 Honda Avancier (148 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1998 Buick Riviera. (125 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Honda Avancier should accelerate faster than 1998 Buick Riviera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Buick Riviera weights approximately 40 kg more than 2002 Honda Avancier.
Because 2002 Honda Avancier 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, 2002 Honda Avancier 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 81 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda Avancier. (206 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1998 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda Avancier.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Buick Riviera | 2002 Honda Avancier | |
Make | Buick | Honda |
Model | Riviera | Avancier |
Year Released | 1998 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4130 cc | 2253 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 125 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 287 Nm | 206 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 100.7 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 97 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1666 kg | 1626 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1550 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2770 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 61 L |