1995 Buick Riviera vs. 1997 Holden Commodore
To start off, 1997 Holden Commodore is newer by 2 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 (202 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1997 Holden Commodore. (197 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Buick Riviera should accelerate faster than 1997 Holden Commodore. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Buick Riviera weights approximately 90 kg more than 1997 Holden Commodore. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1997 Holden Commodore is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1997 Holden Commodore. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Buick Riviera, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Holden Commodore. (304 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1995 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Holden Commodore. 1995 Buick Riviera has automatic transmission and 1997 Holden Commodore has manual transmission. 1997 Holden Commodore 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 | 1997 Holden Commodore | |
Make | Buick | Holden |
Model | Riviera | Commodore |
Year Released | 1995 | 1997 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 3789 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 202 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 313 Nm | 304 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1610 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 4890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1460 mm |