1998 Buick Riviera vs. 2008 Ford Mondeo
To start off, 2008 Ford Mondeo 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 Ford Mondeo (224 HP @ 6150 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 1998 Buick Riviera. (125 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford Mondeo should accelerate faster than 1998 Buick Riviera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Buick Riviera weights approximately 160 kg more than 2008 Ford Mondeo.
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 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Ford Mondeo. (280 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 1998 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Ford Mondeo. 1998 Buick Riviera has automatic transmission and 2008 Ford Mondeo has manual transmission. 2008 Ford Mondeo 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 | 2008 Ford Mondeo | |
Make | Buick | Ford |
Model | Riviera | Mondeo |
Year Released | 1998 | 2008 |
Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4130 cc | 2967 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 125 HP | 224 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6150 RPM |
Torque | 287 Nm | 280 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 100.7 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Top Speed | 161 km/hour | 250 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 | 1506 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 59 L |