1995 Buick Riviera vs. 2005 Mazda MPV
To start off, 2005 Mazda MPV 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 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Buick Riviera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Buick Riviera (240 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2005 Mazda MPV. (200 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Buick Riviera should accelerate faster than 2005 Mazda MPV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mazda MPV weights approximately 11 kg more than 1995 Buick Riviera.
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 116 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mazda MPV. (271 Nm). This means 1995 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mazda MPV.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Buick Riviera | 2005 Mazda MPV | |
| Make | Buick | Mazda |
| Model | Riviera | MPV |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 2966 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 387 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1711 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1750 mm |
