1967 Buick Riviera vs. 2013 Hyundai Tucson
To start off, 2013 Hyundai Tucson is newer by 46 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 131 more horse power than 2013 Hyundai Tucson. (174 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Buick Riviera should accelerate faster than 2013 Hyundai Tucson. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Buick Riviera weights approximately 395 kg more than 2013 Hyundai Tucson. 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, 2013 Hyundai Tucson, 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.
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1967 Buick Riviera | 2013 Hyundai Tucson | |
Make | Buick | Hyundai |
Model | Riviera | Tucson |
Year Released | 1967 | 2013 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7048 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 305 HP | 174 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1900 kg | 1505 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5370 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1685 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2640 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 58 L |