1995 Buick Riviera vs. 2012 Lincoln MKS
To start off, 2012 Lincoln MKS 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, 2012 Lincoln MKS (273 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1995 Buick Riviera. (202 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Lincoln MKS should accelerate faster than 1995 Buick Riviera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Lincoln MKS weights approximately 183 kg more than 1995 Buick Riviera. 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, 2012 Lincoln MKS (366 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Buick Riviera. (313 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Lincoln MKS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Buick Riviera.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Buick Riviera | 2012 Lincoln MKS | |
Make | Buick | Lincoln |
Model | Riviera | MKS |
Year Released | 1995 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 3700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 202 HP | 273 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 313 Nm | 366 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1883 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 5184 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1928 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1565 mm |