1963 Buick Riviera vs. 1982 Buick Century
To start off, 1982 Buick Century is newer by 19 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) has 211 more horse power than 1982 Buick Century. (110 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Buick Riviera should accelerate faster than 1982 Buick Century.
Because 1963 Buick Riviera is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1963 Buick Riviera. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1982 Buick Century, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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) has 406 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Buick Century. (197 Nm). This means 1963 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Buick Century.
Compare all specifications:
1963 Buick Riviera | 1982 Buick Century | |
Make | Buick | Buick |
Model | Riviera | Century |
Year Released | 1963 | 1982 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6571 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 321 HP | 110 HP |
Torque | 603 Nm | 197 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5290 mm | 4803 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1763 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1364 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2662 mm |