1996 Buick Skylark vs. 1995 Buick Riviera
To start off, 1996 Buick Skylark is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Buick Riviera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Buick Riviera would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Buick Riviera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Buick Riviera (240 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1996 Buick Skylark. (155 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Buick Riviera should accelerate faster than 1996 Buick Skylark. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Buick Riviera weights approximately 377 kg more than 1996 Buick Skylark. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1995 Buick Riviera (387 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Buick Skylark. (252 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1995 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Buick Skylark.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Buick Skylark | 1995 Buick Riviera | |
Make | Buick | Buick |
Model | Skylark | Riviera |
Year Released | 1996 | 1995 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3130 cc | 3791 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 155 HP | 240 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 252 Nm | 387 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1323 kg | 1700 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 5270 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1400 mm |