1963 Buick Riviera vs. 2006 Chevrolet Colorado
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Colorado is newer by 43 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 146 more horse power than 2006 Chevrolet Colorado. (175 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Buick Riviera should accelerate faster than 2006 Chevrolet Colorado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Buick Riviera weights approximately 110 kg more than 2006 Chevrolet Colorado. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Chevrolet Colorado 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, 2006 Chevrolet Colorado 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 352 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Chevrolet Colorado. (251 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1963 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Chevrolet Colorado.
Compare all specifications:
1963 Buick Riviera | 2006 Chevrolet Colorado | |
Make | Buick | Chevrolet |
Model | Riviera | Colorado |
Year Released | 1963 | 2006 |
Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6571 cc | 2769 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 321 HP | 175 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 603 Nm | 251 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 106.2 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92.5 mm | 102 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 6.6:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1860 kg | 1750 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5290 mm | 5270 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1650 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 3210 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 74 L |