1997 Buick Riviera vs. 1995 Dodge Avenger
To start off, 1997 Buick Riviera is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Dodge Avenger. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Dodge Avenger 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 47 more horse power than 1995 Dodge Avenger. (155 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Buick Riviera should accelerate faster than 1995 Dodge Avenger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Buick Riviera weights approximately 330 kg more than 1995 Dodge Avenger. 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 94 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Dodge Avenger. (218 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1997 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Dodge Avenger.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Buick Riviera | 1995 Dodge Avenger | |
| Make | Buick | Dodge |
| Model | Riviera | Avenger |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 202 HP | 155 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 4840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1350 mm |
