1998 Buick Riviera vs. 2010 Volkswagen Sharan
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen Sharan is newer by 12 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, 2010 Volkswagen Sharan (1,973 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 1848 more horse power than 1998 Buick Riviera. (125 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volkswagen Sharan should accelerate faster than 1998 Buick Riviera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volkswagen Sharan weights approximately 124 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.
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 2010 Volkswagen Sharan. (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1998 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Volkswagen Sharan.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Buick Riviera | 2010 Volkswagen Sharan | |
| Make | Buick | Volkswagen |
| Model | Riviera | Sharan |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4130 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 125 HP | 1973 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 287 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Top Speed | 161 km/hour | 220 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1666 kg | 1790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4854 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1904 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2919 mm |
