1963 Buick Riviera vs. 1985 GMC Suburban
To start off, 1985 GMC Suburban is newer by 22 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 168 more horse power than 1985 GMC Suburban. (153 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Buick Riviera should accelerate faster than 1985 GMC Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 GMC Suburban weights approximately 380 kg more than 1963 Buick Riviera.
Because 1985 GMC Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1963 Buick Riviera. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 GMC Suburban will offer significantly more control. 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 291 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 GMC Suburban. (312 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1963 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 GMC Suburban.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Buick Riviera | 1985 GMC Suburban | |
| Make | Buick | GMC |
| Model | Riviera | Suburban |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1985 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6571 cc | 4299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 321 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 603 Nm | 312 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1860 kg | 2240 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5290 mm | 5480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 3300 mm |
