1965 Buick Riviera vs. 1999 Suzuki Baleno
To start off, 1999 Suzuki Baleno is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Buick Riviera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Buick Riviera would be higher. At 6,966 cc (8 cylinders), 1965 Buick Riviera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Buick Riviera (288 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 162 more horse power than 1999 Suzuki Baleno. (126 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Buick Riviera should accelerate faster than 1999 Suzuki Baleno. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Buick Riviera weights approximately 976 kg more than 1999 Suzuki Baleno. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1965 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 1965 Buick Riviera. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Suzuki Baleno, 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, 1965 Buick Riviera (603 Nm) has 429 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Suzuki Baleno. (174 Nm). This means 1965 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Suzuki Baleno.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Buick Riviera | 1999 Suzuki Baleno | |
| Make | Buick | Suzuki |
| Model | Riviera | Baleno |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6966 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 288 HP | 126 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 603 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 193 km/hour | 150 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1896 kg | 920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5370 mm | 3910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 51 L |
