1995 Buick Riviera vs. 2011 Lexus IS
To start off, 2011 Lexus IS is newer by 16 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 36 more horse power than 2011 Lexus IS. (204 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Buick Riviera should accelerate faster than 2011 Lexus IS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Lexus IS weights approximately 42 kg more than 1995 Buick Riviera.
Because 2011 Lexus IS 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 2011 Lexus IS. 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 136 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Lexus IS. (251 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1995 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Lexus IS. 1995 Buick Riviera has automatic transmission and 2011 Lexus IS has manual transmission. 2011 Lexus IS 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 | 2011 Lexus IS | |
| Make | Buick | Lexus |
| Model | Riviera | IS |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 204 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 387 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1742 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 4633 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1801 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1415 mm |
