1967 Buick Riviera vs. 2008 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, 2008 Toyota Tacoma is newer by 41 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 69 more horse power than 2008 Toyota Tacoma. (236 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Buick Riviera should accelerate faster than 2008 Toyota Tacoma.
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. 1967 Buick Riviera has automatic transmission and 2008 Toyota Tacoma has manual transmission. 2008 Toyota Tacoma will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1967 Buick Riviera will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1967 Buick Riviera | 2008 Toyota Tacoma | |
Make | Buick | Toyota |
Model | Riviera | Tacoma |
Year Released | 1967 | 2008 |
Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7048 cc | 3956 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 305 HP | 236 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5370 mm | 5290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1840 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 3240 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 79 L |