1998 Buick Riviera vs. 2008 Pontiac Torrent
To start off, 2008 Pontiac Torrent 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 Pontiac Torrent (264 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 139 more horse power than 1998 Buick Riviera. (125 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Pontiac Torrent should accelerate faster than 1998 Buick Riviera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Buick Riviera weights approximately 314 kg more than 2008 Pontiac Torrent.
Because 2008 Pontiac Torrent 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 Pontiac Torrent 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 Pontiac Torrent (340 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Buick Riviera. (287 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 Pontiac Torrent will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Buick Riviera.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Buick Riviera | 2008 Pontiac Torrent | |
| Make | Buick | Pontiac |
| Model | Riviera | Torrent |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4130 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 125 HP | 264 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 287 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2300 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 | 1352 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 64 L |
