1998 Buick Riviera vs. 2007 Honda Jazz
To start off, 2007 Honda Jazz 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 17 more horse power than 2007 Honda Jazz. (108 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Buick Riviera should accelerate faster than 2007 Honda Jazz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Buick Riviera weights approximately 616 kg more than 2007 Honda Jazz. 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 144 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Honda Jazz. (143 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1998 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Honda Jazz. 1998 Buick Riviera has automatic transmission and 2007 Honda Jazz has manual transmission. 2007 Honda Jazz 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.
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1998 Buick Riviera | 2007 Honda Jazz | |
Make | Buick | Honda |
Model | Riviera | Jazz |
Year Released | 1998 | 2007 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4130 cc | 1496 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 125 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 287 Nm | 143 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 100.7 mm | 73 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 89.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 10.8:1 |
Top Speed | 161 km/hour | 175 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1666 kg | 1050 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 3850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2460 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 42 L |