1995 Buick Riviera vs. 2008 Chevrolet Silverado
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 13 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 5,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Silverado (353 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 1995 Buick Riviera. (240 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 1995 Buick Riviera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Buick Riviera weights approximately 439 kg more than 2008 Chevrolet Silverado.
Because 2008 Chevrolet Silverado 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, 2008 Chevrolet Silverado 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, 2008 Chevrolet Silverado (506 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Buick Riviera. (387 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Buick Riviera.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Buick Riviera | 2008 Chevrolet Silverado | |
Make | Buick | Chevrolet |
Model | Riviera | Silverado |
Year Released | 1995 | 2008 |
Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 5999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 240 HP | 353 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 387 Nm | 506 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1261 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 6580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1960 mm |