1999 Buick Riviera vs. 1995 Lotus Elan
To start off, 1999 Buick Riviera is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Lotus Elan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Lotus Elan would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Buick Riviera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Buick Riviera (205 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1995 Lotus Elan. (163 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Buick Riviera should accelerate faster than 1995 Lotus Elan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Buick Riviera weights approximately 680 kg more than 1995 Lotus Elan. 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, 1999 Buick Riviera (312 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Lotus Elan. (204 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1999 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Lotus Elan. 1999 Buick Riviera has automatic transmission and 1995 Lotus Elan has manual transmission. 1995 Lotus Elan will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Buick Riviera will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Buick Riviera | 1995 Lotus Elan | |
| Make | Buick | Lotus |
| Model | Riviera | Elan |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 205 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 204 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 3810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1240 mm |
