1963 Buick Riviera vs. 1989 Saab 9000
To start off, 1989 Saab 9000 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 186 more horse power than 1989 Saab 9000. (135 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Buick Riviera should accelerate faster than 1989 Saab 9000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Buick Riviera weights approximately 555 kg more than 1989 Saab 9000. 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 Saab 9000, 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 431 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Saab 9000. (172 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1963 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Saab 9000. 1963 Buick Riviera has automatic transmission and 1989 Saab 9000 has manual transmission. 1989 Saab 9000 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 | 1989 Saab 9000 | |
| Make | Buick | Saab |
| Model | Riviera | 9000 |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6571 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 321 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 603 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 106.2 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.5 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.6:1 | 10.1:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1860 kg | 1305 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5290 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 54 L |
