2000 Buick Riviera vs. 1995 Dodge Grand Caravan
To start off, 2000 Buick Riviera is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Dodge Grand Caravan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Dodge Grand Caravan would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Buick Riviera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Buick Riviera (202 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1995 Dodge Grand Caravan. (142 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Buick Riviera should accelerate faster than 1995 Dodge Grand Caravan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Buick Riviera weights approximately 122 kg more than 1995 Dodge Grand Caravan. 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, 2000 Buick Riviera (312 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Dodge Grand Caravan. (235 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2000 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Dodge Grand Caravan.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Buick Riviera | 1995 Dodge Grand Caravan | |
Make | Buick | Dodge |
Model | Riviera | Grand Caravan |
Year Released | 2000 | 1995 |
Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 2972 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 202 HP | 142 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 312 Nm | 235 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1578 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 4890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1650 mm |