1996 Buick Riviera vs. 2004 Mahindra Scorpio
To start off, 2004 Mahindra Scorpio is newer by 8 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) has 94 more horse power than 2004 Mahindra Scorpio. (108 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Buick Riviera should accelerate faster than 2004 Mahindra Scorpio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mahindra Scorpio weights approximately 210 kg more than 1996 Buick Riviera.
Because 2004 Mahindra Scorpio is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Buick Riviera. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Mahindra Scorpio will offer significantly more control. 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 52 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mahindra Scorpio. (260 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1996 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mahindra Scorpio. 1996 Buick Riviera has automatic transmission and 2004 Mahindra Scorpio has manual transmission. 2004 Mahindra Scorpio 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 | 2004 Mahindra Scorpio | |
| Make | Buick | Mahindra |
| Model | Riviera | Scorpio |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3789 cc | 2609 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 202 HP | 108 HP |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1910 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2690 mm |
