1996 Buick Riviera vs. 2008 Jeep Compass
To start off, 2008 Jeep Compass is newer by 12 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 30 more horse power than 2008 Jeep Compass. (172 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Buick Riviera should accelerate faster than 2008 Jeep Compass. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Jeep Compass weights approximately 129 kg more than 1996 Buick Riviera.
Because 2008 Jeep Compass 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, 2008 Jeep Compass 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 88 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Jeep Compass. (224 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1996 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Jeep Compass. 1996 Buick Riviera has automatic transmission and 2008 Jeep Compass has manual transmission. 2008 Jeep Compass 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 | 2008 Jeep Compass | |
| Make | Buick | Jeep |
| Model | Riviera | Compass |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3789 cc | 2358 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 202 HP | 172 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 224 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1829 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 51 L |
