2000 Buick Riviera vs. 1997 Lancia Kappa
To start off, 2000 Buick Riviera is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Lancia Kappa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Lancia Kappa would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Buick Riviera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 202 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Buick Riviera weights approximately 150 kg more than 1997 Lancia Kappa.
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, 2000 Buick Riviera (312 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Lancia Kappa. (298 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2000 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Lancia Kappa. 2000 Buick Riviera has automatic transmission and 1997 Lancia Kappa has manual transmission. 1997 Lancia Kappa will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Buick Riviera will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Buick Riviera | 1997 Lancia Kappa | |
| Make | Buick | Lancia |
| Model | Riviera | Kappa |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 202 HP | 202 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1470 mm |
