1996 Buick Riviera vs. 2007 Ford F-250
To start off, 2007 Ford F-250 is newer by 11 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 4,200 cc, 2007 Ford F-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Buick Riviera (202 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2007 Ford F-250. (177 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Buick Riviera should accelerate faster than 2007 Ford F-250. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ford F-250 weights approximately 964 kg more than 1996 Buick Riviera.
Because 2007 Ford F-250 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 2007 Ford F-250. 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, 2007 Ford F-250 (500 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 188 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Buick Riviera. (312 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Ford F-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Buick Riviera. 1996 Buick Riviera has automatic transmission and 2007 Ford F-250 has manual transmission. 2007 Ford F-250 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 | 2007 Ford F-250 | |
| Make | Buick | Ford |
| Model | Riviera | F-250 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3789 cc | 4200 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 202 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 103 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 17.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 2664 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 5760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 2040 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 3490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 144 L |
