1995 Buick Riviera vs. 1993 Suzuki Swift
To start off, 1995 Buick Riviera is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Suzuki Swift. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Suzuki Swift 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 (202 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 136 more horse power than 1993 Suzuki Swift. (66 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Buick Riviera should accelerate faster than 1993 Suzuki Swift. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Buick Riviera weights approximately 870 kg more than 1993 Suzuki Swift. 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 (313 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 212 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Suzuki Swift. (101 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1995 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Suzuki Swift.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Buick Riviera | 1993 Suzuki Swift | |
| Make | Buick | Suzuki |
| Model | Riviera | Swift |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 202 HP | 66 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 313 Nm | 101 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 74.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 75.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 830 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1590 mm |
