1995 Buick Riviera vs. 2012 Honda CR-V
To start off, 2012 Honda CR-V is newer by 17 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 18 more horse power than 2012 Honda CR-V. (184 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Buick Riviera should accelerate faster than 2012 Honda CR-V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Buick Riviera weights approximately 200 kg more than 2012 Honda CR-V. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 (313 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Honda CR-V. (221 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1995 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Honda CR-V.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Buick Riviera | 2012 Honda CR-V | |
Make | Buick | Honda |
Model | Riviera | CR-V |
Year Released | 1995 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 202 HP | 184 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 313 Nm | 221 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1500 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1819 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1645 mm |