1995 Buick Riviera vs. 1987 Renault 25
To start off, 1995 Buick Riviera is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Renault 25. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Renault 25 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 133 more horse power than 1987 Renault 25. (107 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Buick Riviera should accelerate faster than 1987 Renault 25. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Buick Riviera weights approximately 545 kg more than 1987 Renault 25. 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 227 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Renault 25. (160 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1995 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Renault 25.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Buick Riviera | 1987 Renault 25 | |
| Make | Buick | Renault |
| Model | Riviera | 25 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 107 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 387 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1155 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1410 mm |
