1965 Buick Riviera vs. 2011 Tata Indigo

To start off, 2011 Tata Indigo is newer by 46 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 218 more horse power than 2011 Tata Indigo. (70 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Buick Riviera should accelerate faster than 2011 Tata Indigo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Buick Riviera weights approximately 756 kg more than 2011 Tata Indigo. 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, 2011 Tata Indigo, 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 468 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Tata Indigo. (135 Nm). This means 1965 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Tata Indigo. 1965 Buick Riviera has automatic transmission and 2011 Tata Indigo has manual transmission. 2011 Tata Indigo 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 2011 Tata Indigo
Make Buick Tata
Model Riviera Indigo
Year Released 1965 2011
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 6966 cc 1403 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 288 HP 70 HP
Engine RPM 4400 RPM 4500 RPM
Torque 603 Nm 135 Nm
Engine Bore Size 104.8 mm 75 mm
Engine Stroke Size 101 mm 79.5 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 10.3:1 9.0:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Diesel
Top Speed 193 km/hour 155 km/hour
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1896 kg 1140 kg
Vehicle Length 5370 mm 4140 mm
Vehicle Width 2010 mm 1700 mm
Vehicle Height 1360 mm 1580 mm
Wheelbase Size 3030 mm 2460 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 75 L 42 L