1995 Buick Riviera vs. 2008 Ford Explorer
To start off, 2008 Ford Explorer 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 4,013 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Ford Explorer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Buick Riviera (240 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2008 Ford Explorer. (210 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Buick Riviera should accelerate faster than 2008 Ford Explorer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Ford Explorer weights approximately 377 kg more than 1995 Buick Riviera.
Because 2008 Ford Explorer is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2008 Ford Explorer. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Buick Riviera, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 @ 3600 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Ford Explorer. (344 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1995 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Ford Explorer.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Buick Riviera | 2008 Ford Explorer | |
Make | Buick | Ford |
Model | Riviera | Explorer |
Year Released | 1995 | 2008 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 4013 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 240 HP | 210 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 387 Nm | 344 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3700 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 9.7:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 2077 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 5350 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1850 mm |