1968 Buick Riviera vs. 1974 Volvo 140
To start off, 1974 Volvo 140 is newer by 6 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 182 more horse power than 1974 Volvo 140. (123 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Buick Riviera should accelerate faster than 1974 Volvo 140.
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. Let's talk about torque, 1968 Buick Riviera (645 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 475 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Volvo 140. (170 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1968 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Volvo 140.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Buick Riviera | 1974 Volvo 140 | |
Make | Buick | Volvo |
Model | Riviera | 140 |
Year Released | 1968 | 1974 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7050 cc | 2127 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 305 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 645 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 106.2 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 99.4 mm | 80 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5370 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2620 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 60 L |