2003 Buick Regal vs. 1995 Buick Riviera
To start off, 2003 Buick Regal is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Buick Riviera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Buick Riviera would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Buick Riviera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Buick Riviera (202 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2003 Buick Regal. (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Buick Riviera should accelerate faster than 2003 Buick Regal. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Buick Riviera weights approximately 140 kg more than 2003 Buick Regal. 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, 1995 Buick Riviera (313 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Buick Regal. (312 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1995 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Buick Regal.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Buick Regal | 1995 Buick Riviera | |
Make | Buick | Buick |
Model | Regal | Riviera |
Year Released | 2003 | 1995 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3789 cc | 3791 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 202 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 312 Nm | 313 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 96.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 86.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1700 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 5270 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1400 mm |