1995 Buick Riviera vs. 2003 Suzuki Swift
To start off, 2003 Suzuki Swift 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 150 more horse power than 2003 Suzuki Swift. (52 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Buick Riviera should accelerate faster than 2003 Suzuki Swift. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Buick Riviera weights approximately 960 kg more than 2003 Suzuki Swift. 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, 1995 Buick Riviera (313 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 237 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Suzuki Swift. (76 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1995 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Suzuki Swift. 1995 Buick Riviera has automatic transmission and 2003 Suzuki Swift has manual transmission. 2003 Suzuki Swift 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 | 2003 Suzuki Swift | |
| Make | Buick | Suzuki |
| Model | Riviera | Swift |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 202 HP | 52 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 313 Nm | 76 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 3850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1390 mm |
