1995 Buick Riviera vs. 2005 Renault Clio
To start off, 2005 Renault Clio 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 (202 HP) has 128 more horse power than 2005 Renault Clio. (74 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Buick Riviera should accelerate faster than 2005 Renault Clio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Buick Riviera weights approximately 610 kg more than 2005 Renault Clio. 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 @ 4000 RPM) has 208 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Renault Clio. (105 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1995 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Renault Clio.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Buick Riviera | 2005 Renault Clio | |
| Make | Buick | Renault |
| Model | Riviera | Clio |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1149 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 202 HP | 74 HP |
| Torque | 313 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1090 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1500 mm |
