1999 Buick Riviera vs. 1964 Ford Zodiac
To start off, 1999 Buick Riviera is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Ford Zodiac. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Ford Zodiac would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Buick Riviera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Buick Riviera (205 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 1964 Ford Zodiac. (108 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Buick Riviera should accelerate faster than 1964 Ford Zodiac. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Buick Riviera weights approximately 430 kg more than 1964 Ford Zodiac. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1964 Ford Zodiac 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 1964 Ford Zodiac. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 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, 1999 Buick Riviera (312 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Ford Zodiac. (191 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1999 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Ford Zodiac. 1999 Buick Riviera has automatic transmission and 1964 Ford Zodiac has manual transmission. 1964 Ford Zodiac will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Buick Riviera will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Buick Riviera | 1964 Ford Zodiac | |
| Make | Buick | Ford |
| Model | Riviera | Zodiac |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 2553 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 205 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 191 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1270 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1450 mm |
