1995 Buick Riviera vs. 2002 SsangYong Chairman H

To start off, 2002 SsangYong Chairman H 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 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 61 more horse power than 2002 SsangYong Chairman H. (141 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Buick Riviera should accelerate faster than 2002 SsangYong Chairman H. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Buick Riviera weights approximately 122 kg more than 2002 SsangYong Chairman H. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2002 SsangYong Chairman H 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 2002 SsangYong Chairman H. 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 100 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 SsangYong Chairman H. (213 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1995 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 SsangYong Chairman H.

Compare all specifications:

1995 Buick Riviera 2002 SsangYong Chairman H
Make Buick SsangYong
Model Riviera Chairman H
Year Released 1995 2002
Body Type Coupe Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3791 cc 2295 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 202 HP 141 HP
Engine RPM 5200 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 313 Nm 213 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 3600 RPM
Engine Bore Size 96.5 mm 90.9 mm
Engine Stroke Size 86.4 mm 88.4 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1700 kg 1578 kg
Vehicle Length 5270 mm 5060 mm
Vehicle Width 1910 mm 1830 mm
Vehicle Height 1400 mm 1470 mm


 

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