1963 Buick Riviera vs. 1994 Honda Integra
To start off, 1994 Honda Integra is newer by 31 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) has 145 more horse power than 1994 Honda Integra. (176 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Buick Riviera should accelerate faster than 1994 Honda Integra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Buick Riviera weights approximately 661 kg more than 1994 Honda Integra. 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, 1994 Honda Integra, 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Buick Riviera | 1994 Honda Integra | |
| Make | Buick | Honda |
| Model | Riviera | Integra |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1994 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6571 cc | 1834 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 321 HP | 176 HP |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1860 kg | 1199 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5290 mm | 4525 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1325 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2620 mm |
