1995 Buick Riviera vs. 2013 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, 2013 Mitsubishi Lancer 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 Mitsubishi Lancer (287 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1995 Buick Riviera. (240 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mitsubishi Lancer should accelerate faster than 1995 Buick Riviera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Buick Riviera weights approximately 70 kg more than 2013 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Because 2013 Mitsubishi Lancer 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 Mitsubishi Lancer 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 Mitsubishi Lancer (407 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Buick Riviera. (387 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2013 Mitsubishi Lancer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Buick Riviera.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Buick Riviera | 2013 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
Make | Buick | Mitsubishi |
Model | Riviera | Lancer |
Year Released | 1995 | 2013 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 16 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | W |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 240 HP | 287 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 387 Nm | 407 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1630 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 4495 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1480 mm |