1963 Buick Riviera vs. 1983 Dodge Charger
To start off, 1983 Dodge Charger is newer by 20 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 224 more horse power than 1983 Dodge Charger. (97 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Buick Riviera should accelerate faster than 1983 Dodge Charger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Buick Riviera weights approximately 790 kg more than 1983 Dodge Charger. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1983 Dodge Charger, 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 @ 2800 RPM) has 442 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Dodge Charger. (161 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1963 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Dodge Charger.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Buick Riviera | 1983 Dodge Charger | |
| Make | Buick | Dodge |
| Model | Riviera | Charger |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1983 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6571 cc | 2213 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 321 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 603 Nm | 161 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1860 kg | 1070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5290 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2460 mm |
