1995 Buick Riviera vs. 2001 Dodge Dakota
To start off, 2001 Dodge Dakota is newer by 6 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 84 more horse power than 2001 Dodge Dakota. (118 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Buick Riviera should accelerate faster than 2001 Dodge Dakota. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Buick Riviera weights approximately 170 kg more than 2001 Dodge Dakota. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Dodge Dakota is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Buick Riviera. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Dodge Dakota will offer significantly more control. 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 117 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Dodge Dakota. (196 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1995 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Dodge Dakota. 1995 Buick Riviera has automatic transmission and 2001 Dodge Dakota has manual transmission. 2001 Dodge Dakota 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 | 2001 Dodge Dakota | |
| Make | Buick | Dodge |
| Model | Riviera | Dakota |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 2458 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 202 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 313 Nm | 196 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 3 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 4980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1670 mm |
