1965 Buick Riviera vs. 2013 Scion iQ
To start off, 2013 Scion iQ is newer by 48 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 195 more horse power than 2013 Scion iQ. (93 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Buick Riviera should accelerate faster than 2013 Scion iQ. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Buick Riviera weights approximately 936 kg more than 2013 Scion iQ. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Scion iQ 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, 2013 Scion iQ 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 482 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Scion iQ. (121 Nm). This means 1965 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Scion iQ.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Buick Riviera | 2013 Scion iQ | |
| Make | Buick | Scion |
| Model | Riviera | iQ |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6966 cc | 1329 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | single |
| Horse Power | 288 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 603 Nm | 121 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 104.8 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 101 mm | 80 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Electric |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Single Speed |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1896 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5370 mm | 3045 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2000 mm |
