2004 Acura NSX vs. 2000 Buick Riviera
To start off, 2004 Acura NSX is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Buick Riviera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Buick Riviera would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Buick Riviera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Acura NSX (290 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 2000 Buick Riviera. (202 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Acura NSX should accelerate faster than 2000 Buick Riviera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Buick Riviera weights approximately 270 kg more than 2004 Acura NSX.
Because 2004 Acura NSX is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2004 Acura NSX. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Buick Riviera, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Acura NSX. (304 Nm). This means 2000 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Acura NSX.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Acura NSX | 2000 Buick Riviera | |
Make | Acura | Buick |
Model | NSX | Riviera |
Year Released | 2004 | 2000 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3179 cc | 3791 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 290 HP | 202 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 304 Nm | 312 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 9.4:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1700 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 5270 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1400 mm |