1996 Buick Riviera vs. 2009 Ford Mustang
To start off, 2009 Ford Mustang 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 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Mustang (395 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 193 more horse power than 1996 Buick Riviera. (202 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1996 Buick Riviera.
Because 2009 Ford Mustang 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 Ford Mustang. 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, 1996 Buick Riviera (312 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford Mustang. (240 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1996 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford Mustang.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Buick Riviera | 2009 Ford Mustang | |
| Make | Buick | Ford |
| Model | Riviera | Mustang |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3789 cc | 4600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 202 HP | 395 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2740 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 55 L |
