1995 Buick Riviera vs. 1995 Fiat Tempra
To start off, both 1995 Buick Riviera and 1995 Fiat Tempra were released in the same year (1995). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 100 more horse power than 1995 Fiat Tempra. (102 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Buick Riviera should accelerate faster than 1995 Fiat Tempra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Buick Riviera weights approximately 450 kg more than 1995 Fiat Tempra. 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. 1995 Buick Riviera has automatic transmission and 1995 Fiat Tempra has manual transmission. 1995 Fiat Tempra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1995 Buick Riviera will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Buick Riviera | 1995 Fiat Tempra | |
| Make | Buick | Fiat |
| Model | Riviera | Tempra |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1755 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 202 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1450 mm |
