1998 Buick Riviera vs. 2011 Dodge Charger
To start off, 2011 Dodge Charger is newer by 13 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 5,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Dodge Charger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Dodge Charger (370 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 245 more horse power than 1998 Buick Riviera. (125 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Dodge Charger should accelerate faster than 1998 Buick Riviera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Dodge Charger weights approximately 263 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 2011 Dodge Charger is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2011 Dodge Charger. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Buick Riviera, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2011 Dodge Charger (535 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 248 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Buick Riviera. (287 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2011 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 | 2011 Dodge Charger | |
Make | Buick | Dodge |
Model | Riviera | Charger |
Year Released | 1998 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4130 cc | 5700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 125 HP | 370 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 287 Nm | 535 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1666 kg | 1929 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 5077 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1905 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1483 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 3053 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 72 L |