1996 Buick Riviera vs. 2002 Hyundai Equus
To start off, 2002 Hyundai Equus is newer by 6 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 4,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Hyundai Equus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Buick Riviera (202 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2002 Hyundai Equus. (194 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Buick Riviera should accelerate faster than 2002 Hyundai Equus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Hyundai Equus weights approximately 155 kg more than 1996 Buick Riviera.
Because 2002 Hyundai Equus is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2002 Hyundai Equus. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Buick Riviera, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Hyundai Equus. (271 Nm). This means 1996 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Hyundai Equus.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Buick Riviera | 2002 Hyundai Equus | |
| Make | Buick | Hyundai |
| Model | Riviera | Equus |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3789 cc | 4500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 202 HP | 194 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1855 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 5070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2760 mm |
