1998 Buick Riviera vs. 2003 Volvo C70
To start off, 2003 Volvo C70 is newer by 5 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, 2003 Volvo C70 (241 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 116 more horse power than 1998 Buick Riviera. (125 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Volvo C70 should accelerate faster than 1998 Buick Riviera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Buick Riviera weights approximately 101 kg more than 2003 Volvo C70.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2003 Volvo C70 (320 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Buick Riviera. (287 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2003 Volvo C70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Buick Riviera.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Buick Riviera | 2003 Volvo C70 | |
| Make | Buick | Volvo |
| Model | Riviera | C70 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4130 cc | 2401 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 125 HP | 241 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 287 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 100.7 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 161 km/hour | 230 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1666 kg | 1565 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 68 L |
