1965 Buick Riviera vs. 2005 Ford Excursion
To start off, 2005 Ford Excursion 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 @ 4400 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 2005 Ford Excursion. (255 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Buick Riviera should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Excursion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Excursion weights approximately 1120 kg more than 1965 Buick Riviera.
Because 2005 Ford Excursion 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, 2005 Ford Excursion 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 128 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Excursion. (475 Nm). This means 1965 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Excursion.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Buick Riviera | 2005 Ford Excursion | |
| Make | Buick | Ford |
| Model | Riviera | Excursion |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6966 cc | 5408 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 288 HP | 255 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 603 Nm | 475 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 104.8 mm | 90.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 101 mm | 106 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1896 kg | 3016 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5370 mm | 5760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1970 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 3490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 167 L |
