1967 Buick Riviera vs. 1979 Ford LTD
To start off, 1979 Ford LTD is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Buick Riviera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Buick Riviera would be higher. At 7,048 cc (8 cylinders), 1967 Buick Riviera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Buick Riviera (305 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 172 more horse power than 1979 Ford LTD. (133 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Buick Riviera should accelerate faster than 1979 Ford LTD. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Buick Riviera weights approximately 214 kg more than 1979 Ford LTD. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Buick Riviera | 1979 Ford LTD | |
| Make | Buick | Ford |
| Model | Riviera | LTD |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7048 cc | 4942 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 305 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1900 kg | 1686 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5370 mm | 5520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2900 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 80 L |
