1999 Buick Riviera vs. 1994 Volvo 850
To start off, 1999 Buick Riviera is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Volvo 850. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Volvo 850 would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Buick Riviera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Volvo 850 (209 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1999 Buick Riviera. (205 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Volvo 850 should accelerate faster than 1999 Buick Riviera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Buick Riviera weights approximately 300 kg more than 1994 Volvo 850.
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, 1999 Buick Riviera (312 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Volvo 850. (300 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1999 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Volvo 850.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Buick Riviera | 1994 Volvo 850 | |
| Make | Buick | Volvo |
| Model | Riviera | 850 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 205 HP | 209 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1420 mm |
