1995 Buick Riviera vs. 1967 Opel Record
To start off, 1995 Buick Riviera is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Opel Record. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Opel Record 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 167 more horse power than 1967 Opel Record. (73 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Buick Riviera should accelerate faster than 1967 Opel Record. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Buick Riviera weights approximately 622 kg more than 1967 Opel Record. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1967 Opel Record 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 1967 Opel Record. 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) has 164 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Opel Record. (223 Nm). This means 1995 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Opel Record.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Buick Riviera | 1967 Opel Record | |
| Make | Buick | Opel |
| Model | Riviera | Record |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1967 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 2118 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 73 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 387 Nm | 223 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 90.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 82.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1078 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1430 mm |
