1996 Buick Riviera vs. 2008 Mitsubishi Pajero
To start off, 2008 Mitsubishi Pajero 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 3 more horse power than 2008 Mitsubishi Pajero. (199 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Buick Riviera should accelerate faster than 2008 Mitsubishi Pajero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mitsubishi Pajero weights approximately 290 kg more than 1996 Buick Riviera.
Because 2008 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, 2008 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, 2008 Mitsubishi Pajero (318 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Buick Riviera. (312 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Mitsubishi Pajero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Buick Riviera.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Buick Riviera | 2008 Mitsubishi Pajero | |
Make | Buick | Mitsubishi |
Model | Riviera | Pajero |
Year Released | 1996 | 2008 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3789 cc | 3495 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 202 HP | 199 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 312 Nm | 318 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 85.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 10.4:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1990 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2550 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 71 L |