1996 Buick Riviera vs. 2009 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, 2009 Toyota Tacoma 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 3,956 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Toyota Tacoma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Toyota Tacoma (237 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1996 Buick Riviera. (202 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Toyota Tacoma should accelerate faster than 1996 Buick Riviera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Buick Riviera weights approximately 16 kg more than 2009 Toyota Tacoma.
Because 2009 Toyota Tacoma 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, 2009 Toyota Tacoma 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, 2009 Toyota Tacoma (361 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Buick Riviera. (312 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Toyota Tacoma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Buick Riviera. 1996 Buick Riviera has automatic transmission and 2009 Toyota Tacoma has manual transmission. 2009 Toyota Tacoma 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 | 2009 Toyota Tacoma | |
Make | Buick | Toyota |
Model | Riviera | Tacoma |
Year Released | 1996 | 2009 |
Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3789 cc | 3956 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 202 HP | 237 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 312 Nm | 361 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 10.5:1 |
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 | 1684 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 5290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1790 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 3250 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 79 L |