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Buick Riviera Coupe

General information

ModelBuick Riviera Coupe
Year1998
CategoryLarge/luxury cars
Rating59.3 out of 100. Show full rating and compare with other cars

Main features, safety and ecconomy

Engine size4130 ccm (252.01 cubic inches)
Seats5
DriveFront wheels
TransmissionAutomatic, 4-speed

Engine and transmission

Engine locationFront, longitudinal
Displacement4130 ccm (252.01 cubic inches)
Engine typeV6
Max power126.70 PS (93 kW or 125 HP) at 4000 Rev. per min.
Max torque287.00 Nm (29.3 kgf-m or 211.7 ft.lbs) at 2000 Rev. per min.
Compression8.0:1
Bore x stroke100.7 x 86.4 mm (4.0 x 3.4 inches)
Fuel systemCarburetor
Cooling systemLiquid
GearboxAutomatic, 4-speed

Speed and acceleration

Top speed161.0 km/h (100.0 mph)
Power/weight ratio0.0761 PS/kg

Exterior and interior

Chassis typeCoupe
Max no. of doors2
Passenger space6180 litres (1,633 gallons)

Steering, brakes and tires

Turn circle14 m (531.5 inches)
Brake detailsAntiblocking system (ABS)

Dimensions and weight

Weight1666 kg (3,672.9 pounds)
Overall length5230 mm (205.9 inches)
Overall width2040 mm (80.3 inches)
Overall height1380 mm (54.3 inches)
Ground clearance140 mm (5.5 inches)
Wheelbase2780 mm (109.4 inches)
Fuel capacity88.0 litres (23.25 gallons)

Other specifications

Country of originUSA
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