1963 Buick Riviera vs. 1986 Mitsubishi Space Wagon
To start off, 1986 Mitsubishi Space Wagon is newer by 23 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 220 more horse power than 1986 Mitsubishi Space Wagon. (101 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Buick Riviera should accelerate faster than 1986 Mitsubishi Space Wagon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Buick Riviera weights approximately 590 kg more than 1986 Mitsubishi Space Wagon. 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, 1986 Mitsubishi Space Wagon, 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 436 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Mitsubishi Space Wagon. (167 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1963 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Mitsubishi Space Wagon. 1963 Buick Riviera has automatic transmission and 1986 Mitsubishi Space Wagon has manual transmission. 1986 Mitsubishi Space Wagon 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 | 1986 Mitsubishi Space Wagon | |
| Make | Buick | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Riviera | Space Wagon |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1986 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6571 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 321 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 603 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1860 kg | 1270 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5290 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2640 mm |
