1995 Buick Riviera vs. 1999 Chevrolet Trans Sport

To start off, 1999 Chevrolet Trans Sport is newer by 4 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 @ 5200 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1999 Chevrolet Trans Sport. (183 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Buick Riviera should accelerate faster than 1999 Chevrolet Trans Sport. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Chevrolet Trans Sport weights approximately 50 kg more than 1995 Buick Riviera.

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 101 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Chevrolet Trans Sport. (286 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1995 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Chevrolet Trans Sport.

Compare all specifications:

1995 Buick Riviera 1999 Chevrolet Trans Sport
Make Buick Chevrolet
Model Riviera Trans Sport
Year Released 1995 1999
Body Type Coupe Minivan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3791 cc 3350 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 240 HP 183 HP
Engine RPM 5200 RPM 5200 RPM
Torque 387 Nm 286 Nm
Torque RPM 3600 RPM 4000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 96.5 mm 92 mm
Engine Stroke Size 86.4 mm 84.1 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1700 kg 1750 kg
Vehicle Length 5270 mm 5120 mm
Vehicle Width 1910 mm 1850 mm
Vehicle Height 1400 mm 1810 mm


 

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