1973 Buick Skylark vs. 1965 Buick Riviera
To start off, 1973 Buick Skylark is newer by 8 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 138 more horse power than 1973 Buick Skylark. (150 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1965 Buick Riviera should accelerate faster than 1973 Buick Skylark. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Buick Riviera weights approximately 291 kg more than 1973 Buick Skylark. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 237 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Buick Skylark. (366 Nm). This means 1965 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Buick Skylark. 1965 Buick Riviera has automatic transmission and 1973 Buick Skylark has manual transmission. 1973 Buick Skylark will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1965 Buick Riviera will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Buick Skylark | 1965 Buick Riviera | |
Make | Buick | Buick |
Model | Skylark | Riviera |
Year Released | 1973 | 1965 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5724 cc | 6966 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 150 HP | 288 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 366 Nm | 603 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1605 kg | 1896 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 5370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 2010 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 3030 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 75 L |