1998 Buick Riviera vs. 2005 Honda Fit
To start off, 2005 Honda Fit is newer by 7 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 43 more horse power than 2005 Honda Fit. (82 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Buick Riviera should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda Fit. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Buick Riviera weights approximately 606 kg more than 2005 Honda Fit. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1998 Buick Riviera (287 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 168 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda Fit. (119 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1998 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda Fit.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Buick Riviera | 2005 Honda Fit | |
Make | Buick | Honda |
Model | Riviera | Fit |
Year Released | 1998 | 2005 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4130 cc | 1339 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 125 HP | 82 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 287 Nm | 119 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 100.7 mm | 73 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1666 kg | 1060 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2460 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 58 L |