1996 Buick Riviera vs. 2001 Honda Fit
To start off, 2001 Honda Fit is newer by 5 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 117 more horse power than 2001 Honda Fit. (85 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Buick Riviera should accelerate faster than 2001 Honda Fit. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Buick Riviera weights approximately 710 kg more than 2001 Honda Fit. 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 193 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Honda Fit. (119 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1996 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Honda Fit.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Buick Riviera | 2001 Honda Fit | |
Make | Buick | Honda |
Model | Riviera | Fit |
Year Released | 1996 | 2001 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3789 cc | 1339 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 202 HP | 85 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 312 Nm | 119 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 73 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 10.8:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 990 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 3840 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2410 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 42 L |