1998 Buick Riviera vs. 2012 Volkswagen Scirocco
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Scirocco is newer by 14 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, 2012 Volkswagen Scirocco (158 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1998 Buick Riviera. (125 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volkswagen Scirocco should accelerate faster than 1998 Buick Riviera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Buick Riviera weights approximately 368 kg more than 2012 Volkswagen Scirocco.
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 47 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Volkswagen Scirocco. (240 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 1998 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Volkswagen Scirocco.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Buick Riviera | 2012 Volkswagen Scirocco | |
| Make | Buick | Volkswagen |
| Model | Riviera | Scirocco |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4130 cc | 1390 cc |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 125 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 287 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1666 kg | 1298 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4256 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1404 mm |
