1968 Buick Riviera vs. 1971 Jeep CJ
To start off, 1971 Jeep CJ is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Buick Riviera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Buick Riviera 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 246 more horse power than 1971 Jeep CJ. (59 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Buick Riviera should accelerate faster than 1971 Jeep CJ. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Buick Riviera weights approximately 868 kg more than 1971 Jeep CJ. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1971 Jeep CJ is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Buick Riviera. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1971 Jeep CJ will offer significantly more control. 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, 1968 Buick Riviera (645 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 500 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Jeep CJ. (145 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1968 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Jeep CJ. 1968 Buick Riviera has automatic transmission and 1971 Jeep CJ has manual transmission. 1971 Jeep CJ will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1968 Buick Riviera will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Buick Riviera | 1971 Jeep CJ | |
| Make | Buick | Jeep |
| Model | Riviera | CJ |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1971 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7050 cc | 2199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 305 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 645 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1900 kg | 1032 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5370 mm | 3520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2060 mm |
