1998 Buick Riviera vs. 2007 Ford Focus
To start off, 2007 Ford Focus 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 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 12 more horse power than 2007 Ford Focus. (113 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Buick Riviera should accelerate faster than 2007 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Buick Riviera weights approximately 394 kg more than 2007 Ford Focus. 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 36 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Ford Focus. (251 Nm @ 1850 RPM). This means 1998 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Ford Focus. 1998 Buick Riviera has automatic transmission and 2007 Ford Focus has manual transmission. 2007 Ford Focus will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 Buick Riviera will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Buick Riviera | 2007 Ford Focus | |
| Make | Buick | Ford |
| Model | Riviera | Focus |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4130 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 125 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 287 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1850 RPM |
| Top Speed | 161 km/hour | 196 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1666 kg | 1272 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 55 L |
