1995 Buick Riviera vs. 2005 GMC Envoy
To start off, 2005 GMC Envoy is newer by 10 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 4,160 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 GMC Envoy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 GMC Envoy (271 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1995 Buick Riviera. (240 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 GMC Envoy should accelerate faster than 1995 Buick Riviera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 GMC Envoy weights approximately 310 kg more than 1995 Buick Riviera. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 GMC Envoy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Buick Riviera. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 GMC Envoy will offer significantly more control. 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 @ 3600 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 GMC Envoy. (373 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1995 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 GMC Envoy.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Buick Riviera | 2005 GMC Envoy | |
Make | Buick | GMC |
Model | Riviera | Envoy |
Year Released | 1995 | 2005 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 4160 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 240 HP | 271 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 387 Nm | 373 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 102 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 2010 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 4870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1780 mm |