1965 Buick Riviera vs. 2004 Chevrolet Suburban
To start off, 2004 Chevrolet Suburban is newer by 39 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 6 more horse power than 2004 Chevrolet Suburban. (282 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Buick Riviera should accelerate faster than 2004 Chevrolet Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 518 kg more than 1965 Buick Riviera.
Because 2004 Chevrolet Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1965 Buick Riviera. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Suburban 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, 1965 Buick Riviera (603 Nm) has 162 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Chevrolet Suburban. (441 Nm). This means 1965 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Chevrolet Suburban.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Buick Riviera | 2004 Chevrolet Suburban | |
| Make | Buick | Chevrolet |
| Model | Riviera | Suburban |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6966 cc | 5327 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 288 HP | 282 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 603 Nm | 441 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 104.8 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 101 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 9 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1896 kg | 2414 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5370 mm | 5580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 3310 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 117 L |
