1996 Buick Riviera vs. 2004 Mitsubishi Pajero
To start off, 2004 Mitsubishi Pajero 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 @ 5200 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2004 Mitsubishi Pajero. (176 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Buick Riviera should accelerate faster than 2004 Mitsubishi Pajero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mitsubishi Pajero weights approximately 140 kg more than 1996 Buick Riviera.
Because 2004 Mitsubishi Pajero 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 Mitsubishi Pajero 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 57 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mitsubishi Pajero. (255 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1996 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mitsubishi Pajero. 1996 Buick Riviera has automatic transmission and 2004 Mitsubishi Pajero has manual transmission. 2004 Mitsubishi Pajero 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 Mitsubishi Pajero | |
| Make | Buick | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Riviera | Pajero |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3789 cc | 2972 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 202 HP | 176 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 255 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2730 mm |
