1963 Buick Riviera vs. 1994 Toyota RAV4
To start off, 1994 Toyota RAV4 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 @ 4400 RPM) has 191 more horse power than 1994 Toyota RAV4. (130 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Buick Riviera should accelerate faster than 1994 Toyota RAV4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Buick Riviera weights approximately 740 kg more than 1994 Toyota RAV4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1994 Toyota RAV4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1963 Buick Riviera. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Toyota RAV4 will offer significantly more control. 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 428 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Toyota RAV4. (175 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1963 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Toyota RAV4.
Compare all specifications:
1963 Buick Riviera | 1994 Toyota RAV4 | |
Make | Buick | Toyota |
Model | Riviera | RAV4 |
Year Released | 1963 | 1994 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6571 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 321 HP | 130 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 603 Nm | 175 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 106.2 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92.5 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 6.6:1 | 9.8:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1860 kg | 1120 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5290 mm | 3710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2210 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 58 L |