1996 Buick Riviera vs. 1993 Dodge Intrepid
To start off, 1996 Buick Riviera is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Dodge Intrepid. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Dodge Intrepid would be higher. At 3,789 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Buick Riviera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Buick Riviera (202 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1993 Dodge Intrepid. (200 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Buick Riviera should accelerate faster than 1993 Dodge Intrepid. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Buick Riviera weights approximately 195 kg more than 1993 Dodge Intrepid. 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, 1996 Buick Riviera (312 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Dodge Intrepid. (257 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1996 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Dodge Intrepid.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Buick Riviera | 1993 Dodge Intrepid | |
| Make | Buick | Dodge |
| Model | Riviera | Intrepid |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3789 cc | 3228 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 202 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 257 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1505 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 5123 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2870 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 68 L |
