1997 Buick Riviera vs. 1994 Ford Aspire
To start off, 1997 Buick Riviera is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Ford Aspire. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Ford Aspire would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Buick Riviera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Buick Riviera (202 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 139 more horse power than 1994 Ford Aspire. (63 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Buick Riviera should accelerate faster than 1994 Ford Aspire. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Buick Riviera weights approximately 770 kg more than 1994 Ford Aspire. 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, 1997 Buick Riviera (312 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 212 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Ford Aspire. (100 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1997 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Ford Aspire. 1997 Buick Riviera has automatic transmission and 1994 Ford Aspire has manual transmission. 1994 Ford Aspire will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1997 Buick Riviera will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Buick Riviera | 1994 Ford Aspire | |
| Make | Buick | Ford |
| Model | Riviera | Aspire |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1297 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 202 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1420 mm |
