1968 Buick Riviera vs. 1980 Matra-Simca Murena
To start off, 1980 Matra-Simca Murena is newer by 12 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 165 more horse power than 1980 Matra-Simca Murena. (140 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Buick Riviera should accelerate faster than 1980 Matra-Simca Murena. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Buick Riviera weights approximately 849 kg more than 1980 Matra-Simca Murena. 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 1980 Matra-Simca Murena has manual transmission. 1980 Matra-Simca Murena 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 | 1980 Matra-Simca Murena | |
| Make | Buick | Matra-Simca |
| Model | Riviera | Murena |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1980 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7050 cc | 2156 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 305 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 106.2 mm | 91.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.4 mm | 81.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 193 km/hour | 200 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1900 kg | 1051 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5370 mm | 4080 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2440 mm |
