1963 Buick Riviera vs. 2005 Toyota 4Runner
To start off, 2005 Toyota 4Runner 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 51 more horse power than 2005 Toyota 4Runner. (270 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Buick Riviera should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota 4Runner. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota 4Runner weights approximately 206 kg more than 1963 Buick Riviera.
Because 2005 Toyota 4Runner 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 Toyota 4Runner 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) has 169 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota 4Runner. (434 Nm). This means 1963 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota 4Runner.
Compare all specifications:
1963 Buick Riviera | 2005 Toyota 4Runner | |
Make | Buick | Toyota |
Model | Riviera | 4Runner |
Year Released | 1963 | 2005 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6571 cc | 4671 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 321 HP | 270 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 603 Nm | 434 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 106.2 mm | 94.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92.5 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 6.6:1 | 9.6:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1860 kg | 2066 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5290 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1830 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 87 L |