1995 Buick Riviera vs. 2005 Jeep Wrangler
To start off, 2005 Jeep Wrangler 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 3,966 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Jeep Wrangler is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Buick Riviera (202 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2005 Jeep Wrangler. (190 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Buick Riviera should accelerate faster than 2005 Jeep Wrangler.
Because 2005 Jeep Wrangler 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 Jeep Wrangler 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, 2005 Jeep Wrangler (319 Nm) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Buick Riviera. (313 Nm). This means 2005 Jeep Wrangler will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Buick Riviera.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Buick Riviera | 2005 Jeep Wrangler | |
| Make | Buick | Jeep |
| Model | Riviera | Wrangler |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 3966 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 202 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 313 Nm | 319 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 99 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 87 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1800 mm |
