1967 Buick Riviera vs. 1999 Honda Civic
To start off, 1999 Honda Civic is newer by 32 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 145 more horse power than 1999 Honda Civic. (160 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Buick Riviera should accelerate faster than 1999 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Buick Riviera weights approximately 1060 kg more than 1999 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1967 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 1967 Buick Riviera. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Honda Civic, 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. 1967 Buick Riviera has automatic transmission and 1999 Honda Civic has manual transmission. 1999 Honda Civic 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.
Compare all specifications:
1967 Buick Riviera | 1999 Honda Civic | |
Make | Buick | Honda |
Model | Riviera | Civic |
Year Released | 1967 | 1999 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7048 cc | 1000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 305 HP | 160 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1900 kg | 840 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5370 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2630 mm |