1996 Buick Riviera vs. 2005 Volvo S60
To start off, 2005 Volvo S60 is newer by 9 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, 2005 Volvo S60 (257 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1996 Buick Riviera. (202 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volvo S60 should accelerate faster than 1996 Buick Riviera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Buick Riviera weights approximately 273 kg more than 2005 Volvo S60.
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, 2005 Volvo S60 (340 Nm @ 2100 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Buick Riviera. (312 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Volvo S60 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Buick Riviera.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Buick Riviera | 2005 Volvo S60 | |
Make | Buick | Volvo |
Model | Riviera | S60 |
Year Released | 1996 | 2005 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3789 cc | 2401 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 202 HP | 257 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 312 Nm | 340 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2100 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 90 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
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 | 1427 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 70 L |