1965 Buick Riviera vs. 2007 Toyota RAV4
To start off, 2007 Toyota RAV4 is newer by 42 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 174 more horse power than 2007 Toyota RAV4. (114 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Buick Riviera should accelerate faster than 2007 Toyota RAV4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Buick Riviera weights approximately 506 kg more than 2007 Toyota RAV4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Toyota RAV4 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, 2007 Toyota RAV4 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 353 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Toyota RAV4. (250 Nm). This means 1965 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Toyota RAV4. 1965 Buick Riviera has automatic transmission and 2007 Toyota RAV4 has manual transmission. 2007 Toyota RAV4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1965 Buick Riviera will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Buick Riviera | 2007 Toyota RAV4 | |
| Make | Buick | Toyota |
| Model | Riviera | RAV4 |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6966 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 288 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 603 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 104.8 mm | 82.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 101 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 18.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1896 kg | 1390 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5370 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2290 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 57 L |
