1998 Buick Riviera vs. 2007 Toyota 4Runner
To start off, 2007 Toyota 4Runner 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 4,662 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Toyota 4Runner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Toyota 4Runner (260 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 135 more horse power than 1998 Buick Riviera. (125 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota 4Runner should accelerate faster than 1998 Buick Riviera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Buick Riviera weights approximately 592 kg more than 2007 Toyota 4Runner.
Because 2007 Toyota 4Runner 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 Toyota 4Runner 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 Toyota 4Runner (415 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Buick Riviera. (287 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota 4Runner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Buick Riviera.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Buick Riviera | 2007 Toyota 4Runner | |
| Make | Buick | Toyota |
| Model | Riviera | 4Runner |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4130 cc | 4662 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 125 HP | 260 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 287 Nm | 415 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 100.7 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1666 kg | 1074 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 87 L |
