1995 Buick Riviera vs. 1985 Ford Escort
To start off, 1995 Buick Riviera is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Ford Escort would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Buick Riviera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Buick Riviera (240 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 1985 Ford Escort. (132 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Buick Riviera should accelerate faster than 1985 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Buick Riviera weights approximately 620 kg more than 1985 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, 1995 Buick Riviera (387 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 207 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Ford Escort. (180 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1995 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Ford Escort. 1995 Buick Riviera has automatic transmission and 1985 Ford Escort has manual transmission. 1985 Ford Escort will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1995 Buick Riviera will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Buick Riviera | 1985 Ford Escort | |
| Make | Buick | Ford |
| Model | Riviera | Escort |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1985 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 132 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 387 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 8.2:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1360 mm |
