1963 Buick Riviera vs. 2000 Mitsubishi SSS
To start off, 2000 Mitsubishi SSS 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 159 more horse power than 2000 Mitsubishi SSS. (162 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Buick Riviera should accelerate faster than 2000 Mitsubishi SSS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Mitsubishi SSS weights approximately 45 kg more than 1963 Buick Riviera.
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, 2000 Mitsubishi SSS, 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 333 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Mitsubishi SSS. (270 Nm). This means 1963 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Mitsubishi SSS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Buick Riviera | 2000 Mitsubishi SSS | |
| Make | Buick | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Riviera | SSS |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6571 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 321 HP | 162 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 603 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1860 kg | 1905 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5290 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2790 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 71 L |
