1996 Buick Riviera vs. 2003 Nissan Pathfinder
To start off, 2003 Nissan Pathfinder is newer by 7 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, 2003 Nissan Pathfinder (238 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1996 Buick Riviera. (202 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Nissan Pathfinder should accelerate faster than 1996 Buick Riviera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Nissan Pathfinder weights approximately 250 kg more than 1996 Buick Riviera. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2003 Nissan Pathfinder (360 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Buick Riviera. (312 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 Nissan Pathfinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Buick Riviera.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Buick Riviera | 2003 Nissan Pathfinder | |
Make | Buick | Nissan |
Model | Riviera | Pathfinder |
Year Released | 1996 | 2003 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3789 cc | 3498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 202 HP | 238 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 312 Nm | 360 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 95.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 81.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1950 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 4650 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 80 L |