1999 Buick Riviera vs. 2002 Nissan Maxima
To start off, 2002 Nissan Maxima is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Buick Riviera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Buick Riviera would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Buick Riviera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Nissan Maxima (252 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1999 Buick Riviera. (205 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Nissan Maxima should accelerate faster than 1999 Buick Riviera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Buick Riviera weights approximately 160 kg more than 2002 Nissan Maxima.
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, 2002 Nissan Maxima (335 Nm) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Buick Riviera. (312 Nm). This means 2002 Nissan Maxima will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Buick Riviera.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Buick Riviera | 2002 Nissan Maxima | |
| Make | Buick | Nissan |
| Model | Riviera | Maxima |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 3498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 205 HP | 252 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 335 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1440 mm |
