1968 Buick Riviera vs. 1976 Toyota Sprinter
To start off, 1976 Toyota Sprinter is newer by 8 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) has 245 more horse power than 1976 Toyota Sprinter. (60 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Buick Riviera should accelerate faster than 1976 Toyota Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Buick Riviera weights approximately 1060 kg more than 1976 Toyota Sprinter. 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 548 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Toyota Sprinter. (97 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1968 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Toyota Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Buick Riviera | 1976 Toyota Sprinter | |
Make | Buick | Toyota |
Model | Riviera | Sprinter |
Year Released | 1968 | 1976 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7050 cc | 1165 cc |
Horse Power | 305 HP | 60 HP |
Torque | 645 Nm | 97 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1900 kg | 840 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5370 mm | 4000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2380 mm |