1968 Buick Riviera vs. 1980 Steyr G-series
To start off, 1980 Steyr G-series 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 234 more horse power than 1980 Steyr G-series. (71 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Buick Riviera should accelerate faster than 1980 Steyr G-series. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Buick Riviera weights approximately 180 kg more than 1980 Steyr G-series. 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 505 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Steyr G-series. (140 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1968 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Steyr G-series.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Buick Riviera | 1980 Steyr G-series | |
| Make | Buick | Steyr |
| Model | Riviera | G-series |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1980 |
| Engine Size | 7050 cc | 2398 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 305 HP | 71 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 645 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Vehicle Weight | 1900 kg | 1720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5370 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1940 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2410 mm |
