1995 Buick Riviera vs. 2009 Dodge Sprinter
To start off, 2009 Dodge Sprinter is newer by 14 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 48 more horse power than 2009 Dodge Sprinter. (154 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Buick Riviera should accelerate faster than 2009 Dodge Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Buick Riviera weights approximately 9 kg more than 2009 Dodge Sprinter. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Dodge Sprinter 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 2009 Dodge Sprinter. 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, 2009 Dodge Sprinter (380 Nm @ 1200 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Buick Riviera. (313 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Sprinter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Buick Riviera.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Buick Riviera | 2009 Dodge Sprinter | |
Make | Buick | Dodge |
Model | Riviera | Sprinter |
Year Released | 1995 | 2009 |
Body Type | Coupe | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 2986 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 202 HP | 154 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Torque | 313 Nm | 380 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1691 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 6950 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 2740 mm |