1999 Buick Riviera vs. 2012 Tata Indica
To start off, 2012 Tata Indica is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Buick Riviera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Buick Riviera 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 120 more horse power than 2012 Tata Indica. (85 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Buick Riviera should accelerate faster than 2012 Tata Indica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Buick Riviera weights approximately 695 kg more than 2012 Tata Indica. 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 191 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Tata Indica. (121 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1999 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Tata Indica. 1999 Buick Riviera has automatic transmission and 2012 Tata Indica has manual transmission. 2012 Tata Indica 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 | 2012 Tata Indica | |
| Make | Buick | Tata |
| Model | Riviera | Indica |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1405 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 205 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 121 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1005 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 3680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1670 mm |
