1998 Buick Riviera vs. 2005 Volvo S40
To start off, 2005 Volvo S40 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 Volvo S40 (217 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 1998 Buick Riviera. (125 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volvo S40 should accelerate faster than 1998 Buick Riviera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Buick Riviera weights approximately 241 kg more than 2005 Volvo S40.
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, 2005 Volvo S40 (340 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Buick Riviera. (287 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2005 Volvo S40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Buick Riviera.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Buick Riviera | 2005 Volvo S40 | |
Make | Buick | Volvo |
Model | Riviera | S40 |
Year Released | 1998 | 2005 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
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 | 217 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 287 Nm | 340 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
Top Speed | 161 km/hour | 240 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1666 kg | 1425 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2650 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 62 L |