1995 Buick Riviera vs. 2008 Toyota Camry
To start off, 2008 Toyota Camry 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 (240 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 2008 Toyota Camry. (155 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Buick Riviera should accelerate faster than 2008 Toyota Camry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Toyota Camry weights approximately 881 kg more than 1995 Buick Riviera.
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, 1995 Buick Riviera (387 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 173 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Toyota Camry. (214 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1995 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Toyota Camry. 1995 Buick Riviera has automatic transmission and 2008 Toyota Camry has manual transmission. 2008 Toyota Camry 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 Toyota Camry | |
Make | Buick | Toyota |
Model | Riviera | Camry |
Year Released | 1995 | 2008 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 2362 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 240 HP | 155 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 387 Nm | 214 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 9.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 2581 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1430 mm |