1965 Buick Riviera vs. 2008 Chevrolet Suburban
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Suburban is newer by 43 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, 2008 Chevrolet Suburban (321 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1965 Buick Riviera. (288 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 1965 Buick Riviera.
Because 2008 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, 2008 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 142 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Chevrolet Suburban. (461 Nm). This means 1965 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Chevrolet Suburban.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Buick Riviera | 2008 Chevrolet Suburban | |
| Make | Buick | Chevrolet |
| Model | Riviera | Suburban |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6966 cc | 5328 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 288 HP | 321 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 603 Nm | 461 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5370 mm | 5660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1960 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 3310 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 117 L |
