1963 Buick Riviera vs. 2003 Holden Astra
To start off, 2003 Holden Astra is newer by 40 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 201 more horse power than 2003 Holden Astra. (120 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Buick Riviera should accelerate faster than 2003 Holden Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Buick Riviera weights approximately 710 kg more than 2003 Holden Astra. 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, 2003 Holden Astra, 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 @ 2800 RPM) has 438 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Holden Astra. (165 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1963 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Holden Astra.
Compare all specifications:
1963 Buick Riviera | 2003 Holden Astra | |
Make | Buick | Holden |
Model | Riviera | Astra |
Year Released | 1963 | 2003 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6571 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 321 HP | 120 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 603 Nm | 165 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1860 kg | 1150 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5290 mm | 4260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2610 mm |