1998 Buick Riviera vs. 2007 Dodge Ram
To start off, 2007 Dodge Ram is newer by 9 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 5,654 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Dodge Ram (345 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 220 more horse power than 1998 Buick Riviera. (125 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 1998 Buick Riviera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Dodge Ram weights approximately 84 kg more than 1998 Buick Riviera. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Dodge Ram 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, 2007 Dodge Ram 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, 2007 Dodge Ram (509 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 222 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Buick Riviera. (287 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Buick Riviera.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Buick Riviera | 2007 Dodge Ram | |
Make | Buick | Dodge |
Model | Riviera | Ram |
Year Released | 1998 | 2007 |
Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4130 cc | 5654 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 125 HP | 345 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 287 Nm | 509 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 9.3:1 |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1666 kg | 1750 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 6300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 2000 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 4080 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 129 L |