1987 Buick Riviera vs. 1963 Vauxhall VX4
To start off, 1987 Buick Riviera is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Vauxhall VX4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Vauxhall VX4 would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1987 Buick Riviera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Buick Riviera (150 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1963 Vauxhall VX4. (85 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Buick Riviera should accelerate faster than 1963 Vauxhall VX4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Buick Riviera weights approximately 491 kg more than 1963 Vauxhall VX4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1963 Vauxhall VX4 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 1963 Vauxhall VX4. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 Buick Riviera, 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. Let's talk about torque, 1987 Buick Riviera (271 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Vauxhall VX4. (134 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1987 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Vauxhall VX4. 1987 Buick Riviera has automatic transmission and 1963 Vauxhall VX4 has manual transmission. 1963 Vauxhall VX4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1987 Buick Riviera will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1987 Buick Riviera | 1963 Vauxhall VX4 | |
Make | Buick | Vauxhall |
Model | Riviera | VX4 |
Year Released | 1987 | 1963 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1594 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 150 HP | 85 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 271 Nm | 134 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 81.7 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 76.2 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 9.3:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1501 kg | 1010 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2550 mm |