1995 Buick Riviera vs. 2008 Chrysler 300
To start off, 2008 Chrysler 300 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 6,059 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Chrysler 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chrysler 300 (425 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 185 more horse power than 1995 Buick Riviera. (240 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 1995 Buick Riviera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Chrysler 300 weights approximately 115 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.
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, 2008 Chrysler 300 (570 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 183 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Buick Riviera. (387 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2008 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Buick Riviera.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Buick Riviera | 2008 Chrysler 300 | |
Make | Buick | Chrysler |
Model | Riviera | 300 |
Year Released | 1995 | 2008 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 6059 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 240 HP | 425 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 387 Nm | 570 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 103 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 90.9 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 10.3:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1815 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 5010 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1480 mm |