1995 Buick Riviera vs. 2009 Nissan Pathfinder
To start off, 2009 Nissan Pathfinder 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 3,953 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Nissan Pathfinder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan Pathfinder (266 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1995 Buick Riviera. (240 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Pathfinder should accelerate faster than 1995 Buick Riviera.
Because 2009 Nissan Pathfinder 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, 2009 Nissan Pathfinder 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, 2009 Nissan Pathfinder (391 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Buick Riviera. (387 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan Pathfinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Buick Riviera.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Buick Riviera | 2009 Nissan Pathfinder | |
Make | Buick | Nissan |
Model | Riviera | Pathfinder |
Year Released | 1995 | 2009 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 3953 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 240 HP | 266 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 387 Nm | 391 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 9.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1850 mm |