1995 Buick Riviera vs. 2004 Buick Regal
To start off, 2004 Buick Regal is newer by 9 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. Both 1995 Buick Riviera and 2004 Buick Regal are equipped with a 3,791 cc engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Buick Riviera (202 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2004 Buick Regal. (201 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Buick Riviera should accelerate faster than 2004 Buick Regal. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Buick Riviera weights approximately 150 kg more than 2004 Buick Regal. 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) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Buick Regal. (305 Nm). This means 1995 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Buick Regal.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Buick Riviera | 2004 Buick Regal | |
| Make | Buick | Buick |
| Model | Riviera | Regal |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 3791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 202 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 313 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 97 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 86 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 4990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1440 mm |
