1967 Buick Riviera vs. 1986 Suzuki Jimny
To start off, 1986 Suzuki Jimny is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Buick Riviera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Buick Riviera would be higher. At 7,048 cc (8 cylinders), 1967 Buick Riviera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Buick Riviera (305 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 267 more horse power than 1986 Suzuki Jimny. (38 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Buick Riviera should accelerate faster than 1986 Suzuki Jimny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Buick Riviera weights approximately 1120 kg more than 1986 Suzuki Jimny. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1986 Suzuki Jimny is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1967 Buick Riviera. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 Suzuki Jimny 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. 1967 Buick Riviera has automatic transmission and 1986 Suzuki Jimny has manual transmission. 1986 Suzuki Jimny will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1967 Buick Riviera will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1967 Buick Riviera | 1986 Suzuki Jimny | |
Make | Buick | Suzuki |
Model | Riviera | Jimny |
Year Released | 1967 | 1986 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7048 cc | 543 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 305 HP | 38 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1900 kg | 780 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5370 mm | 3200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1400 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2040 mm |