1963 Buick Riviera vs. 1987 Vauxhall Belmont
To start off, 1987 Vauxhall Belmont is newer by 24 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 247 more horse power than 1987 Vauxhall Belmont. (74 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Buick Riviera should accelerate faster than 1987 Vauxhall Belmont. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Buick Riviera weights approximately 900 kg more than 1987 Vauxhall Belmont. 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, 1987 Vauxhall Belmont, 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 501 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Vauxhall Belmont. (102 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1963 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Vauxhall Belmont. 1963 Buick Riviera has automatic transmission and 1987 Vauxhall Belmont has manual transmission. 1987 Vauxhall Belmont 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 | 1987 Vauxhall Belmont | |
Make | Buick | Vauxhall |
Model | Riviera | Belmont |
Year Released | 1963 | 1987 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6571 cc | 1297 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 321 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 603 Nm | 102 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1860 kg | 960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5290 mm | 4230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2530 mm |