1996 Buick Riviera vs. 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe is newer by 13 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 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe (321 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 1996 Buick Riviera. (202 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe should accelerate faster than 1996 Buick Riviera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Buick Riviera weights approximately 595 kg more than 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe.
Because 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe 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 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe. 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, 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe (461 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 149 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Buick Riviera. (312 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Buick Riviera.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Buick Riviera | 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe | |
Make | Buick | Chevrolet |
Model | Riviera | Tahoe |
Year Released | 1996 | 2009 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3789 cc | 5300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 202 HP | 321 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 312 Nm | 461 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1105 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 5140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 2010 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1960 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2950 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 98 L |