2000 Buick Riviera vs. 1999 Ford Escort
To start off, 2000 Buick Riviera is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Ford Escort would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Buick Riviera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Buick Riviera (202 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1999 Ford Escort. (131 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Buick Riviera should accelerate faster than 1999 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Buick Riviera weights approximately 576 kg more than 1999 Ford Escort. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Ford Escort. (178 Nm). This means 2000 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Buick Riviera | 1999 Ford Escort | |
| Make | Buick | Ford |
| Model | Riviera | Escort |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 202 HP | 131 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 178 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1124 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1330 mm |
