1963 Buick Riviera vs. 1993 Dodge Grand Caravan
To start off, 1993 Dodge Grand Caravan is newer by 30 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 178 more horse power than 1993 Dodge Grand Caravan. (143 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Buick Riviera should accelerate faster than 1993 Dodge Grand Caravan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Buick Riviera weights approximately 285 kg more than 1993 Dodge Grand Caravan. 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, 1993 Dodge Grand Caravan, 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 368 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Dodge Grand Caravan. (235 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1963 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Dodge Grand Caravan.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Buick Riviera | 1993 Dodge Grand Caravan | |
| Make | Buick | Dodge |
| Model | Riviera | Grand Caravan |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6571 cc | 2972 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 321 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 603 Nm | 235 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 106.2 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.5 mm | 73 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1860 kg | 1575 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5290 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 3040 mm |
