1965 Buick Riviera vs. 2005 Toyota Mark II
To start off, 2005 Toyota Mark II 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 132 more horse power than 2005 Toyota Mark II. (156 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Buick Riviera should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota Mark II. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Buick Riviera weights approximately 436 kg more than 2005 Toyota Mark II. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Toyota Mark II 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 Toyota Mark II 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 403 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Mark II. (200 Nm). This means 1965 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Mark II.
Compare all specifications:
1965 Buick Riviera | 2005 Toyota Mark II | |
Make | Buick | Toyota |
Model | Riviera | Mark II |
Year Released | 1965 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6966 cc | 1988 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 288 HP | 156 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 603 Nm | 200 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 104.8 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 101 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1896 kg | 1460 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5370 mm | 4780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2440 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 70 L |