1998 Buick Riviera vs. 2011 Hyundai Elantra
To start off, 2011 Hyundai Elantra 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 Hyundai Elantra (148 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1998 Buick Riviera. (125 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Hyundai Elantra should accelerate faster than 1998 Buick Riviera.
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 110 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Hyundai Elantra. (177 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 1998 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Hyundai Elantra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Buick Riviera | 2011 Hyundai Elantra | |
| Make | Buick | Hyundai |
| Model | Riviera | Elantra |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4130 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 125 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 287 Nm | 177 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4529 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1775 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1435 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 48 L |
