1995 Buick Riviera vs. 1996 Honda CR-V
To start off, 1996 Honda CR-V is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Buick Riviera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Buick Riviera 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) has 112 more horse power than 1996 Honda CR-V. (128 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Buick Riviera should accelerate faster than 1996 Honda CR-V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Buick Riviera weights approximately 200 kg more than 1996 Honda CR-V. 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) has 207 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Honda CR-V. (180 Nm). This means 1995 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Honda CR-V.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Buick Riviera | 1996 Honda CR-V | |
| Make | Buick | Honda |
| Model | Riviera | CR-V |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 128 HP |
| Torque | 387 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 8.8 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1700 mm |
