1996 Buick Riviera vs. 2011 Lexus IS
To start off, 2011 Lexus IS is newer by 15 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, 2011 Lexus IS (306 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 1996 Buick Riviera. (202 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Lexus IS should accelerate faster than 1996 Buick Riviera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Buick Riviera weights approximately 100 kg more than 2011 Lexus IS.
Because 2011 Lexus IS 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 2011 Lexus IS. 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, 2011 Lexus IS (375 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Buick Riviera. (312 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Lexus IS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Buick Riviera.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Buick Riviera | 2011 Lexus IS | |
Make | Buick | Lexus |
Model | Riviera | IS |
Year Released | 1996 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3789 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 202 HP | 306 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 312 Nm | 375 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1600 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1801 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1425 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2728 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 65 L |