1968 Buick Riviera vs. 1966 Triumph 2000
To start off, 1968 Buick Riviera is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Triumph 2000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Triumph 2000 would be higher. At 7,050 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Buick Riviera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Buick Riviera (305 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 214 more horse power than 1966 Triumph 2000. (91 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Buick Riviera should accelerate faster than 1966 Triumph 2000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Buick Riviera weights approximately 730 kg more than 1966 Triumph 2000. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1968 Buick Riviera (645 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 487 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Triumph 2000. (158 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1968 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Triumph 2000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Buick Riviera | 1966 Triumph 2000 | |
| Make | Buick | Triumph |
| Model | Riviera | 2000 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7050 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 305 HP | 91 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 645 Nm | 158 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 106.2 mm | 74.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.4 mm | 76 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1900 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5370 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 64 L |
