1965 Buick Riviera vs. 2008 Nissan Rogue
To start off, 2008 Nissan Rogue 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 118 more horse power than 2008 Nissan Rogue. (170 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Buick Riviera should accelerate faster than 2008 Nissan Rogue. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Nissan Rogue weights approximately 509 kg more than 1965 Buick Riviera.
Because 2008 Nissan Rogue 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 Nissan Rogue 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 366 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Nissan Rogue. (237 Nm). This means 1965 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Nissan Rogue.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Buick Riviera | 2008 Nissan Rogue | |
| Make | Buick | Nissan |
| Model | Riviera | Rogue |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6966 cc | 2486 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 288 HP | 170 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 603 Nm | 237 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1896 kg | 2405 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5370 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 60 L |
