1963 Buick Riviera vs. 1989 Buick LeSabre
To start off, 1989 Buick LeSabre is newer by 26 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 172 more horse power than 1989 Buick LeSabre. (149 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Buick Riviera should accelerate faster than 1989 Buick LeSabre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Buick Riviera weights approximately 360 kg more than 1989 Buick LeSabre. 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, 1989 Buick LeSabre, 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 332 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Buick LeSabre. (271 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1963 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Buick LeSabre.
Compare all specifications:
1963 Buick Riviera | 1989 Buick LeSabre | |
Make | Buick | Buick |
Model | Riviera | LeSabre |
Year Released | 1963 | 1989 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6571 cc | 3791 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 321 HP | 149 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 603 Nm | 271 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 106.2 mm | 96.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92.5 mm | 86.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 6.6:1 | 8.0:1 |
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 | 1500 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5290 mm | 5010 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2830 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 68 L |