1995 Buick Riviera vs. 2008 Hyundai Tucson
To start off, 2008 Hyundai Tucson 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 63 more horse power than 2008 Hyundai Tucson. (139 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Buick Riviera should accelerate faster than 2008 Hyundai Tucson. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Buick Riviera weights approximately 83 kg more than 2008 Hyundai Tucson. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Hyundai Tucson 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 Hyundai Tucson 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 129 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Hyundai Tucson. (184 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1995 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Hyundai Tucson. 1995 Buick Riviera has automatic transmission and 2008 Hyundai Tucson has manual transmission. 2008 Hyundai Tucson 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 Hyundai Tucson | |
| Make | Buick | Hyundai |
| Model | Riviera | Tucson |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1975 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 202 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 313 Nm | 184 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| 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 | 1617 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1740 mm |
