2005 Buick Rendezvous vs. 1998 Buick Riviera
To start off, 2005 Buick Rendezvous is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Buick Riviera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Buick Riviera would be higher. At 4,130 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Buick Riviera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Buick Rendezvous (245 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 1998 Buick Riviera. (125 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Buick Rendezvous should accelerate faster than 1998 Buick Riviera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Buick Rendezvous weights approximately 200 kg more than 1998 Buick Riviera. 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, 2005 Buick Rendezvous (315 Nm) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Buick Riviera. (287 Nm). This means 2005 Buick Rendezvous will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Buick Riviera.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Buick Rendezvous | 1998 Buick Riviera | |
| Make | Buick | Buick |
| Model | Rendezvous | Riviera |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3556 cc | 4130 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 245 HP | 125 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 315 Nm | 287 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 100.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1866 kg | 1666 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 5230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2780 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 88 L |
