1998 Buick Riviera vs. 2011 Honda CR-V
To start off, 2011 Honda CR-V 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 4,130 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Buick Riviera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Honda CR-V (180 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1998 Buick Riviera. (125 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Honda CR-V should accelerate faster than 1998 Buick Riviera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Buick Riviera weights approximately 130 kg more than 2011 Honda CR-V.
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 69 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Honda CR-V. (218 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1998 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Honda CR-V.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Buick Riviera | 2011 Honda CR-V | |
Make | Buick | Honda |
Model | Riviera | CR-V |
Year Released | 1998 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4130 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 125 HP | 180 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 287 Nm | 218 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
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 | 1536 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4554 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1819 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1679 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2619 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 58 L |