1963 Buick Riviera vs. 2005 Subaru Baja
To start off, 2005 Subaru Baja is newer by 42 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 158 more horse power than 2005 Subaru Baja. (163 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Buick Riviera should accelerate faster than 2005 Subaru Baja. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Buick Riviera weights approximately 280 kg more than 2005 Subaru Baja. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Subaru Baja 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, 2005 Subaru Baja 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 378 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Subaru Baja. (225 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1963 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Subaru Baja.
Compare all specifications:
1963 Buick Riviera | 2005 Subaru Baja | |
Make | Buick | Subaru |
Model | Riviera | Baja |
Year Released | 1963 | 2005 |
Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6571 cc | 2457 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 321 HP | 163 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 603 Nm | 225 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 106.2 mm | 99.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92.5 mm | 79 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1860 kg | 1580 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5290 mm | 4740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1640 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 64 L |