1996 Buick Riviera vs. 1999 Eagle Talon
To start off, 1999 Eagle Talon is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Buick Riviera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Buick Riviera would be higher. At 3,789 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Buick Riviera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Eagle Talon (208 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1996 Buick Riviera. (202 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Eagle Talon should accelerate faster than 1996 Buick Riviera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Buick Riviera weights approximately 280 kg more than 1999 Eagle Talon.
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 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Eagle Talon. (290 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1996 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Eagle Talon. 1996 Buick Riviera has automatic transmission and 1999 Eagle Talon has manual transmission. 1999 Eagle Talon will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1996 Buick Riviera will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Buick Riviera | 1999 Eagle Talon | |
Make | Buick | Eagle |
Model | Riviera | Talon |
Year Released | 1996 | 1999 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3789 cc | 1996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 202 HP | 208 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 312 Nm | 290 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1420 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2520 mm |