1995 Buick Riviera vs. 1994 Holden Barina
To start off, 1995 Buick Riviera is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Holden Barina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Holden Barina 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 173 more horse power than 1994 Holden Barina. (67 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Buick Riviera should accelerate faster than 1994 Holden Barina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Buick Riviera weights approximately 920 kg more than 1994 Holden Barina. 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 284 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Holden Barina. (103 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1995 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Holden Barina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Buick Riviera | 1994 Holden Barina | |
| Make | Buick | Holden |
| Model | Riviera | Barina |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1994 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 387 Nm | 103 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1390 mm |
