1968 Buick Riviera vs. 1979 Triumph TR8
To start off, 1979 Triumph TR8 is newer by 11 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 150 more horse power than 1979 Triumph TR8. (155 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Buick Riviera should accelerate faster than 1979 Triumph TR8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Buick Riviera weights approximately 1085 kg more than 1979 Triumph TR8. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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. 1968 Buick Riviera has automatic transmission and 1979 Triumph TR8 has manual transmission. 1979 Triumph TR8 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 | 1979 Triumph TR8 | |
| Make | Buick | Triumph |
| Model | Riviera | TR8 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1979 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7050 cc | 3532 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 305 HP | 155 HP |
| Engine Bore Size | 106.2 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.4 mm | 71.1 mm |
| Top Speed | 193 km/hour | 217 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1900 kg | 815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5370 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2170 mm |
