1965 Buick Riviera vs. 2008 Toyota Aygo
To start off, 2008 Toyota Aygo 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) has 235 more horse power than 2008 Toyota Aygo. (53 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Buick Riviera should accelerate faster than 2008 Toyota Aygo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Buick Riviera weights approximately 1006 kg more than 2008 Toyota Aygo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1965 Buick Riviera is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1965 Buick Riviera. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Aygo, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 471 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Toyota Aygo. (132 Nm). This means 1965 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Toyota Aygo. 1965 Buick Riviera has automatic transmission and 2008 Toyota Aygo has manual transmission. 2008 Toyota Aygo 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 | 2008 Toyota Aygo | |
Make | Buick | Toyota |
Model | Riviera | Aygo |
Year Released | 1965 | 2008 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6966 cc | 1398 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 288 HP | 53 HP |
Torque | 603 Nm | 132 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 104.8 mm | 73.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 101 mm | 81.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 193 km/hour | 154 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1896 kg | 890 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5370 mm | 3405 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1615 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2340 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 35 L |