1998 Buick Riviera vs. 2008 Dodge Charger
To start off, 2008 Dodge Charger is newer by 10 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, 2008 Dodge Charger (250 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 125 more horse power than 1998 Buick Riviera. (125 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Dodge Charger should accelerate faster than 1998 Buick Riviera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Dodge Charger weights approximately 677 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 2008 Dodge Charger 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, 2008 Dodge Charger 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, 2008 Dodge Charger (339 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Buick Riviera. (287 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 Dodge Charger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Buick Riviera.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Buick Riviera | 2008 Dodge Charger | |
Make | Buick | Dodge |
Model | Riviera | Charger |
Year Released | 1998 | 2008 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4130 cc | 3518 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 125 HP | 250 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 287 Nm | 339 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1666 kg | 2343 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 5090 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 3050 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 72 L |