1968 Buick Riviera vs. 1968 Dodge Coronet
To start off, both 1968 Buick Riviera and 1968 Dodge Coronet were released in the same year (1968). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 7,050 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Buick Riviera is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Buick Riviera weights approximately 375 kg more than 1968 Dodge Coronet.
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:
| 1968 Buick Riviera | 1968 Dodge Coronet | |
| Make | Buick | Dodge |
| Model | Riviera | Coronet |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7050 cc | 6974 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 305 HP | 0 HP |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1900 kg | 1525 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5370 mm | 5250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2980 mm |
