1995 Buick Riviera vs. 1993 Buick LeSabre
To start off, 1995 Buick Riviera is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Buick LeSabre. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Buick LeSabre would be higher. Both 1995 Buick Riviera and 1993 Buick LeSabre are equipped with a 3,791 cc engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Buick Riviera (240 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1993 Buick LeSabre. (168 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Buick Riviera should accelerate faster than 1993 Buick LeSabre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Buick Riviera weights approximately 150 kg more than 1993 Buick LeSabre. 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 89 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Buick LeSabre. (298 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1995 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Buick LeSabre.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Buick Riviera | 1993 Buick LeSabre | |
Make | Buick | Buick |
Model | Riviera | LeSabre |
Year Released | 1995 | 1993 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 3791 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 240 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 387 Nm | 298 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 96.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 86.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1550 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 5090 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1420 mm |