1965 Buick Riviera vs. 2008 GMC Envoy
To start off, 2008 GMC Envoy 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, 1965 Buick Riviera (288 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2008 GMC Envoy. (285 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Buick Riviera should accelerate faster than 2008 GMC Envoy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 GMC Envoy weights approximately 245 kg more than 1965 Buick Riviera.
Because 2008 GMC Envoy 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 GMC Envoy 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 229 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 GMC Envoy. (374 Nm). This means 1965 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 GMC Envoy.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Buick Riviera | 2008 GMC Envoy | |
| Make | Buick | GMC |
| Model | Riviera | Envoy |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6966 cc | 4159 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 288 HP | 285 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 603 Nm | 374 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1896 kg | 2141 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5370 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2880 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 83 L |
