1999 Buick Riviera vs. 2010 Dodge Ram
To start off, 2010 Dodge Ram is newer by 11 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 6,690 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Dodge Ram (350 HP @ 3013 RPM) has 145 more horse power than 1999 Buick Riviera. (205 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 1999 Buick Riviera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Dodge Ram weights approximately 837 kg more than 1999 Buick Riviera. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Dodge Ram is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Buick Riviera. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Dodge Ram will offer significantly more control. 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, 2010 Dodge Ram (827 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 515 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Buick Riviera. (312 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Buick Riviera. 1999 Buick Riviera has automatic transmission and 2010 Dodge Ram has manual transmission. 2010 Dodge Ram will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Buick Riviera will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Buick Riviera | 2010 Dodge Ram | |
| Make | Buick | Dodge |
| Model | Riviera | Ram |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 6690 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 205 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3013 RPM |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 827 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 2537 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 6300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 2000 mm |
