1995 Buick Riviera vs. 1999 Mercedes-Benz CLK
To start off, 1999 Mercedes-Benz CLK 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 20 more horse power than 1999 Mercedes-Benz CLK. (220 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Buick Riviera should accelerate faster than 1999 Mercedes-Benz CLK. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Buick Riviera weights approximately 210 kg more than 1999 Mercedes-Benz CLK. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Mercedes-Benz CLK 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 1999 Mercedes-Benz CLK. 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 (387 Nm) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Mercedes-Benz CLK. (312 Nm). This means 1995 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Mercedes-Benz CLK.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Buick Riviera | 1999 Mercedes-Benz CLK | |
Make | Buick | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Riviera | CLK |
Year Released | 1995 | 1999 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 3201 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 240 HP | 220 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 387 Nm | 312 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 89.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 83.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1490 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1350 mm |