1998 Buick Riviera vs. 2007 Tata Indica
To start off, 2007 Tata Indica 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 55 more horse power than 2007 Tata Indica. (70 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Buick Riviera should accelerate faster than 2007 Tata Indica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Buick Riviera weights approximately 621 kg more than 2007 Tata Indica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1998 Buick Riviera (287 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 152 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Tata Indica. (135 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1998 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Tata Indica. 1998 Buick Riviera has automatic transmission and 2007 Tata Indica has manual transmission. 2007 Tata Indica 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 Tata Indica | |
| Make | Buick | Tata |
| Model | Riviera | Indica |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2007 |
| Engine Size | 4130 cc | 1401 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 125 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 287 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1666 kg | 1045 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 3680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 37 L |
