1963 Buick Riviera vs. 1974 Nissan Skyline
To start off, 1974 Nissan Skyline is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Buick Riviera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Buick Riviera would be higher. At 6,571 cc (8 cylinders), 1963 Buick Riviera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Buick Riviera (321 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 186 more horse power than 1974 Nissan Skyline. (135 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Buick Riviera should accelerate faster than 1974 Nissan Skyline. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Buick Riviera weights approximately 740 kg more than 1974 Nissan Skyline. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 1963 Buick Riviera (603 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 423 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Nissan Skyline. (180 Nm @ 5600 RPM). This means 1963 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Nissan Skyline.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Buick Riviera | 1974 Nissan Skyline | |
| Make | Buick | Nissan |
| Model | Riviera | Skyline |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6571 cc | 1989 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 321 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 603 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1860 kg | 1120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5290 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2650 mm |
