1996 Buick Riviera vs. 1994 Chevrolet Beretta
To start off, 1996 Buick Riviera is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Chevrolet Beretta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Chevrolet Beretta 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 113 more horse power than 1994 Chevrolet Beretta. (89 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Buick Riviera should accelerate faster than 1994 Chevrolet Beretta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Buick Riviera weights approximately 413 kg more than 1994 Chevrolet Beretta. 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 166 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Chevrolet Beretta. (146 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1996 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Chevrolet Beretta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Buick Riviera | 1994 Chevrolet Beretta | |
| Make | Buick | Chevrolet |
| Model | Riviera | Beretta |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1994 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3789 cc | 1990 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 202 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 146 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1287 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2740 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 68 L |
