1995 Buick Riviera vs. 2004 Hyundai Tiburon
To start off, 2004 Hyundai Tiburon 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. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Buick Riviera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Buick Riviera (240 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 2004 Hyundai Tiburon. (173 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Buick Riviera should accelerate faster than 2004 Hyundai Tiburon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Buick Riviera weights approximately 321 kg more than 2004 Hyundai Tiburon. 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 (387 Nm) has 142 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Hyundai Tiburon. (245 Nm). This means 1995 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Hyundai Tiburon.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Buick Riviera | 2004 Hyundai Tiburon | |
| Make | Buick | Hyundai |
| Model | Riviera | Tiburon |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 2655 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 387 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1379 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1330 mm |
