1995 Buick Riviera vs. 2008 Daihatsu Terios

To start off, 2008 Daihatsu Terios 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 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Buick Riviera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Buick Riviera (202 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 2008 Daihatsu Terios. (105 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Buick Riviera should accelerate faster than 2008 Daihatsu Terios. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Buick Riviera weights approximately 580 kg more than 2008 Daihatsu Terios. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2008 Daihatsu Terios 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 Daihatsu Terios 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, 1995 Buick Riviera (313 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 173 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Daihatsu Terios. (140 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1995 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Daihatsu Terios. 1995 Buick Riviera has automatic transmission and 2008 Daihatsu Terios has manual transmission. 2008 Daihatsu Terios will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1995 Buick Riviera will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1995 Buick Riviera 2008 Daihatsu Terios
Make Buick Daihatsu
Model Riviera Terios
Year Released 1995 2008
Body Type Coupe SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3791 cc 1495 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 202 HP 105 HP
Engine RPM 5200 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 313 Nm 140 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 4400 RPM
Engine Bore Size 96.5 mm 72 mm
Engine Stroke Size 86.4 mm 91.8 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front 4WD
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1700 kg 1120 kg
Vehicle Length 5270 mm 3480 mm
Vehicle Height 1400 mm 1250 mm


 

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