1963 Buick Riviera vs. 1983 Honda Ballade
To start off, 1983 Honda Ballade 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) has 254 more horse power than 1983 Honda Ballade. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Buick Riviera should accelerate faster than 1983 Honda Ballade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Buick Riviera weights approximately 1075 kg more than 1983 Honda Ballade. 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 Honda Ballade, 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 495 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Honda Ballade. (108 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1963 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Honda Ballade. 1963 Buick Riviera has automatic transmission and 1983 Honda Ballade has manual transmission. 1983 Honda Ballade will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1963 Buick Riviera will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Buick Riviera | 1983 Honda Ballade | |
| Make | Buick | Honda |
| Model | Riviera | Ballade |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6571 cc | 1335 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 321 HP | 67 HP |
| Torque | 603 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 106.2 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.5 mm | 82 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1860 kg | 785 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5290 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2330 mm |
