1963 Buick Riviera vs. 1999 Honda Passport
To start off, 1999 Honda Passport is newer by 36 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 131 more horse power than 1999 Honda Passport. (190 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Buick Riviera should accelerate faster than 1999 Honda Passport.
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, 1999 Honda Passport, 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) has 347 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Honda Passport. (256 Nm). This means 1963 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Honda Passport.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Buick Riviera | 1999 Honda Passport | |
| Make | Buick | Honda |
| Model | Riviera | Passport |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6571 cc | 3201 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 321 HP | 190 HP |
| Torque | 603 Nm | 256 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5290 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2710 mm |
