1989 Buick Riviera vs. 1965 Holden FB Special
To start off, 1989 Buick Riviera is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Holden FB Special. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Holden FB Special would be higher. At 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 1989 Buick Riviera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Buick Riviera (165 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 1965 Holden FB Special. (64 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Buick Riviera should accelerate faster than 1965 Holden FB Special. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Buick Riviera weights approximately 424 kg more than 1965 Holden FB Special. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1965 Holden FB Special 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 1965 Holden FB Special. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 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, 1989 Buick Riviera (285 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Holden FB Special. (163 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 1989 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Holden FB Special.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Buick Riviera | 1965 Holden FB Special | |
Make | Buick | Holden |
Model | Riviera | FB Special |
Year Released | 1989 | 1965 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3800 cc | 2260 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 165 HP | 64 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 163 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1524 kg | 1100 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2670 mm |