1998 Buick Riviera vs. 2007 Ford Territory
To start off, 2007 Ford Territory 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, 2007 Ford Territory (244 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 1998 Buick Riviera. (125 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford Territory should accelerate faster than 1998 Buick Riviera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ford Territory weights approximately 350 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 Ford Territory is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2007 Ford Territory. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Buick Riviera, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Ford Territory (380 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Buick Riviera. (287 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Ford Territory will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Buick Riviera.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Buick Riviera | 2007 Ford Territory | |
Make | Buick | Ford |
Model | Riviera | Territory |
Year Released | 1998 | 2007 |
Body Type | Coupe | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4130 cc | 3984 cc |
Horse Power | 125 HP | 244 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 287 Nm | 380 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 100.7 mm | 92.3 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 99.3 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 9.7:1 |
Top Speed | 161 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1666 kg | 2016 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4860 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1900 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2850 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 76 L |