1995 Buick Riviera vs. 2003 Opel Signum
To start off, 2003 Opel Signum is newer by 8 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 28 more horse power than 2003 Opel Signum. (174 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Buick Riviera should accelerate faster than 2003 Opel Signum. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Buick Riviera weights approximately 5 kg more than 2003 Opel Signum. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2003 Opel Signum (370 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Buick Riviera. (313 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 Opel Signum will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Buick Riviera.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Buick Riviera | 2003 Opel Signum | |
Make | Buick | Opel |
Model | Riviera | Signum |
Year Released | 1995 | 2003 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 2958 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 202 HP | 174 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 313 Nm | 370 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 87.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 82 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1695 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1470 mm |