1963 Buick Riviera vs. 2009 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, 2009 Mitsubishi Lancer 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 213 more horse power than 2009 Mitsubishi Lancer. (108 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Buick Riviera should accelerate faster than 2009 Mitsubishi Lancer.
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 Mitsubishi Lancer, 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 460 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mitsubishi Lancer. (143 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1963 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mitsubishi Lancer. 1963 Buick Riviera has automatic transmission and 2009 Mitsubishi Lancer has manual transmission. 2009 Mitsubishi Lancer will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1963 Buick Riviera will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1963 Buick Riviera | 2009 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
Make | Buick | Mitsubishi |
Model | Riviera | Lancer |
Year Released | 1963 | 2009 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6571 cc | 1499 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 321 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 603 Nm | 143 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 106.2 mm | 75.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92.5 mm | 84.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 6.6:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5290 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1500 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1770 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2640 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 59 L |