1996 Buick Riviera vs. 1999 Mercury Cougar
To start off, 1999 Mercury Cougar 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, 1996 Buick Riviera (202 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1999 Mercury Cougar. (168 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Buick Riviera should accelerate faster than 1999 Mercury Cougar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Buick Riviera weights approximately 356 kg more than 1999 Mercury Cougar. 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 89 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Mercury Cougar. (223 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1996 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Mercury Cougar. 1996 Buick Riviera has automatic transmission and 1999 Mercury Cougar has manual transmission. 1999 Mercury Cougar 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 Mercury Cougar | |
Make | Buick | Mercury |
Model | Riviera | Cougar |
Year Released | 1996 | 1999 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3789 cc | 2530 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 202 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 312 Nm | 223 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 82.4 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 79.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1344 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 4710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 58 L |