1995 Buick Riviera vs. 1987 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight
To start off, 1995 Buick Riviera is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight would be higher. Both 1995 Buick Riviera and 1987 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight are equipped with a 3,791 cc engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Buick Riviera (240 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 1987 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. (138 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Buick Riviera should accelerate faster than 1987 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Buick Riviera weights approximately 210 kg more than 1987 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. 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 116 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. (271 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1995 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Buick Riviera | 1987 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight | |
Make | Buick | Oldsmobile |
Model | Riviera | Ninety-Eight |
Year Released | 1995 | 1987 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 3791 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 240 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 387 Nm | 271 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1490 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 5010 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1410 mm |