1998 Buick Riviera vs. 2005 Renault Laguna
To start off, 2005 Renault Laguna 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, 2005 Renault Laguna (133 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1998 Buick Riviera. (125 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Renault Laguna should accelerate faster than 1998 Buick Riviera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Buick Riviera weights approximately 311 kg more than 2005 Renault Laguna.
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 87 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Renault Laguna. (200 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1998 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Renault Laguna.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Buick Riviera | 2005 Renault Laguna | |
Make | Buick | Renault |
Model | Riviera | Laguna |
Year Released | 1998 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4130 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 125 HP | 133 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 287 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 100.7 mm | 82.7 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
Top Speed | 161 km/hour | 199 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1666 kg | 1355 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 68 L |