1996 Buick Riviera vs. 1994 Toyota RAV4
To start off, 1996 Buick Riviera is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Toyota RAV4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Toyota RAV4 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 72 more horse power than 1994 Toyota RAV4. (130 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Buick Riviera should accelerate faster than 1994 Toyota RAV4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Buick Riviera weights approximately 580 kg more than 1994 Toyota RAV4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1994 Toyota RAV4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Buick Riviera. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Toyota RAV4 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, 1996 Buick Riviera (312 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Toyota RAV4. (175 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1996 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Toyota RAV4.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Buick Riviera | 1994 Toyota RAV4 | |
Make | Buick | Toyota |
Model | Riviera | RAV4 |
Year Released | 1996 | 1994 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3789 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 202 HP | 130 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 312 Nm | 175 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 9.8:1 |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1120 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 3710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2210 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 58 L |