1995 Buick Riviera vs. 2002 Lincoln Continental
To start off, 2002 Lincoln Continental is newer by 7 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 6,000 cc (12 cylinders), 2002 Lincoln Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Lincoln Continental (410 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 170 more horse power than 1995 Buick Riviera. (240 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Lincoln Continental should accelerate faster 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, 2002 Lincoln Continental (571 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 184 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Buick Riviera. (387 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2002 Lincoln Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Buick Riviera.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Buick Riviera | 2002 Lincoln Continental | |
Make | Buick | Lincoln |
Model | Riviera | Continental |
Year Released | 1995 | 2002 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 6000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 240 HP | 410 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 387 Nm | 571 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 5450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1960 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1510 mm |