1998 Buick Riviera vs. 1995 Ford Escort
To start off, 1998 Buick Riviera is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Ford Escort would be higher. At 4,130 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Buick Riviera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Buick Riviera (125 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1995 Ford Escort. (70 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Buick Riviera should accelerate faster than 1995 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Buick Riviera weights approximately 531 kg more than 1995 Ford Escort. 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, 1998 Buick Riviera (287 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 154 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Ford Escort. (133 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1998 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Ford Escort. 1998 Buick Riviera has automatic transmission and 1995 Ford Escort has manual transmission. 1995 Ford Escort will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 Buick Riviera will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Buick Riviera | 1995 Ford Escort | |
| Make | Buick | Ford |
| Model | Riviera | Escort |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4130 cc | 1753 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 125 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 287 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 100.7 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 82 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1666 kg | 1135 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1390 mm |
