1965 Buick Riviera vs. 2010 Daihatsu Terios

To start off, 2010 Daihatsu Terios is newer by 45 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 184 more horse power than 2010 Daihatsu Terios. (104 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Buick Riviera should accelerate faster than 2010 Daihatsu Terios. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Buick Riviera weights approximately 991 kg more than 2010 Daihatsu Terios. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2010 Daihatsu Terios 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, 2010 Daihatsu Terios 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 463 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Daihatsu Terios. (140 Nm). This means 1965 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Daihatsu Terios. 1965 Buick Riviera has automatic transmission and 2010 Daihatsu Terios has manual transmission. 2010 Daihatsu Terios 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 2010 Daihatsu Terios
Make Buick Daihatsu
Model Riviera Terios
Year Released 1965 2010
Body Type Coupe SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 6966 cc 1494 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 288 HP 104 HP
Engine RPM 4400 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 603 Nm 140 Nm
Engine Bore Size 104.8 mm 72 mm
Engine Stroke Size 101 mm 91.8 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 10.3:1 10.0:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Top Speed 193 km/hour 160 km/hour
Drive Type Rear 4WD
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1896 kg 905 kg
Vehicle Length 5370 mm 4060 mm
Vehicle Width 2010 mm 1750 mm
Vehicle Height 1360 mm 1700 mm
Wheelbase Size 3030 mm 2590 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 75 L 50 L