1996 Buick Riviera vs. 2001 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2001 Toyota Corolla 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 79 more horse power than 2001 Toyota Corolla. (123 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Buick Riviera should accelerate faster than 2001 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Buick Riviera weights approximately 510 kg more than 2001 Toyota Corolla. 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 155 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Toyota Corolla. (157 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1996 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Buick Riviera | 2001 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Buick | Toyota |
Model | Riviera | Corolla |
Year Released | 1996 | 2001 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3789 cc | 1794 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 202 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 312 Nm | 157 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1190 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 50 L |