1967 Buick Riviera vs. 2013 Toyota Highlander

To start off, 2013 Toyota Highlander 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 39 more horse power than 2013 Toyota Highlander. (266 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Buick Riviera should accelerate faster than 2013 Toyota Highlander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Buick Riviera weights approximately 5 kg more than 2013 Toyota Highlander. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2013 Toyota Highlander is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1967 Buick Riviera. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Highlander 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.

Compare all specifications:

1967 Buick Riviera 2013 Toyota Highlander
Make Buick Toyota
Model Riviera Highlander
Year Released 1967 2013
Body Type Coupe SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 7048 cc 3500 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Horse Power 305 HP 266 HP
Engine RPM 5000 RPM 6200 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear AWD
Transmission Type Automatic 5-speed automatic
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1900 kg 1895 kg
Vehicle Length 5370 mm 4785 mm
Vehicle Width 2020 mm 1910 mm
Vehicle Height 1370 mm 1760 mm
Wheelbase Size 3030 mm 2790 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 75 L 73 L


 

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