1995 Buick Riviera vs. 1966 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1995 Buick Riviera is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Buick Riviera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Buick Riviera (240 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 182 more horse power than 1966 Toyota Corolla. (58 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Buick Riviera should accelerate faster than 1966 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Buick Riviera weights approximately 1000 kg more than 1966 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1966 Toyota Corolla 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 1966 Toyota Corolla. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 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, 1995 Buick Riviera (387 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 310 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Toyota Corolla. (77 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1995 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Buick Riviera | 1966 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Buick | Toyota |
Model | Riviera | Corolla |
Year Released | 1995 | 1966 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1076 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 240 HP | 58 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 387 Nm | 77 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 72 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 61 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 700 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 3860 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1490 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1350 mm |