1963 Buick Riviera vs. 2009 Hyundai Accent
To start off, 2009 Hyundai Accent is newer by 46 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 212 more horse power than 2009 Hyundai Accent. (109 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Buick Riviera should accelerate faster than 2009 Hyundai Accent. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Buick Riviera weights approximately 738 kg more than 2009 Hyundai Accent. 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, 2009 Hyundai Accent, 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 458 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Hyundai Accent. (145 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1963 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Hyundai Accent.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Buick Riviera | 2009 Hyundai Accent | |
| Make | Buick | Hyundai |
| Model | Riviera | Accent |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6571 cc | 1599 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 321 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 603 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 106.2 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.5 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.6:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1860 kg | 1122 kg |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 45 L |
