1995 Buick Riviera vs. 2012 Volvo XC90
To start off, 2012 Volvo XC90 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 (240 HP) has 55 more horse power than 2012 Volvo XC90. (185 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Buick Riviera should accelerate faster than 2012 Volvo XC90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volvo XC90 weights approximately 455 kg more than 1995 Buick Riviera.
Because 2012 Volvo XC90 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, 2012 Volvo XC90 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, 1995 Buick Riviera (387 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Volvo XC90. (340 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1995 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Volvo XC90. 1995 Buick Riviera has automatic transmission and 2012 Volvo XC90 has manual transmission. 2012 Volvo XC90 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.
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1995 Buick Riviera | 2012 Volvo XC90 | |
Make | Buick | Volvo |
Model | Riviera | XC90 |
Year Released | 1995 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 240 HP | 185 HP |
Torque | 387 Nm | 340 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 2155 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 4808 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1897 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1783 mm |