1963 Buick Riviera vs. 1992 Ford Taurus
To start off, 1992 Ford Taurus is newer by 29 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 101 more horse power than 1992 Ford Taurus. (220 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Buick Riviera should accelerate faster than 1992 Ford Taurus.
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, 1992 Ford Taurus, 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 1992 Ford Taurus. (271 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1963 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Ford Taurus. 1963 Buick Riviera has automatic transmission and 1992 Ford Taurus has manual transmission. 1992 Ford Taurus 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 | 1992 Ford Taurus | |
| Make | Buick | Ford |
| Model | Riviera | Taurus |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1992 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6571 cc | 2986 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 321 HP | 220 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 603 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 106.2 mm | 89.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.5 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.6:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5290 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2700 mm |
