1980 Buick Electra vs. 1965 Buick Riviera
To start off, 1980 Buick Electra is newer by 15 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 165 more horse power than 1980 Buick Electra. (123 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1965 Buick Riviera should accelerate faster than 1980 Buick Electra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Buick Riviera weights approximately 206 kg more than 1980 Buick Electra. 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 325 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Buick Electra. (278 Nm). This means 1965 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Buick Electra.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Buick Electra | 1965 Buick Riviera | |
Make | Buick | Buick |
Model | Electra | Riviera |
Year Released | 1980 | 1965 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4129 cc | 6966 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 288 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 278 Nm | 603 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 1896 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 5370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 2010 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 3030 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 75 L |