1965 Buick Riviera vs. 2005 Buick Terraza
To start off, 2005 Buick Terraza is newer by 40 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) has 88 more horse power than 2005 Buick Terraza. (200 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Buick Riviera should accelerate faster than 2005 Buick Terraza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Buick Terraza weights approximately 132 kg more than 1965 Buick Riviera.
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, 2005 Buick Terraza, 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 305 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Buick Terraza. (298 Nm). This means 1965 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Buick Terraza.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Buick Riviera | 2005 Buick Terraza | |
| Make | Buick | Buick |
| Model | Riviera | Terraza |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6966 cc | 3491 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 288 HP | 200 HP |
| Torque | 603 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1896 kg | 2028 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5370 mm | 5210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 3080 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 95 L |
