1995 Buick Riviera vs. 2013 Jeep Grand Cherokee
To start off, 2013 Jeep Grand Cherokee is newer by 18 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, 2013 Jeep Grand Cherokee (286 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 1995 Buick Riviera. (202 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Jeep Grand Cherokee should accelerate faster than 1995 Buick Riviera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Jeep Grand Cherokee weights approximately 500 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.
Because 2013 Jeep Grand Cherokee 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, 2013 Jeep Grand Cherokee 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, 2013 Jeep Grand Cherokee (353 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Buick Riviera. (313 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 Jeep Grand Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Buick Riviera.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Buick Riviera | 2013 Jeep Grand Cherokee | |
Make | Buick | Jeep |
Model | Riviera | Grand Cherokee |
Year Released | 1995 | 2013 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 202 HP | 286 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 313 Nm | 353 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 83 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 2200 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 4821 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 2154 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1763 mm |