1963 Buick Riviera vs. 2000 Chevrolet Tahoe
To start off, 2000 Chevrolet Tahoe is newer by 37 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 52 more horse power than 2000 Chevrolet Tahoe. (269 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Buick Riviera should accelerate faster than 2000 Chevrolet Tahoe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Chevrolet Tahoe weights approximately 430 kg more than 1963 Buick Riviera.
Because 2000 Chevrolet Tahoe 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, 2000 Chevrolet Tahoe 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 153 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Chevrolet Tahoe. (450 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1963 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Chevrolet Tahoe. 1963 Buick Riviera has automatic transmission and 2000 Chevrolet Tahoe has manual transmission. 2000 Chevrolet Tahoe 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 | 2000 Chevrolet Tahoe | |
| Make | Buick | Chevrolet |
| Model | Riviera | Tahoe |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6571 cc | 5327 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 321 HP | 269 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 603 Nm | 450 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1860 kg | 2290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5290 mm | 5060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2950 mm |
