1968 Buick Riviera vs. 1972 Dodge Dart
To start off, 1972 Dodge Dart is newer by 4 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 196 more horse power than 1972 Dodge Dart. (109 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Buick Riviera should accelerate faster than 1972 Dodge Dart. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Buick Riviera weights approximately 505 kg more than 1972 Dodge Dart. 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 388 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Dodge Dart. (257 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1968 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Dodge Dart.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Buick Riviera | 1972 Dodge Dart | |
Make | Buick | Dodge |
Model | Riviera | Dart |
Year Released | 1968 | 1972 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7050 cc | 3678 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 305 HP | 109 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 645 Nm | 257 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1900 kg | 1395 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5370 mm | 5000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2830 mm |