1968 Buick Riviera vs. 1983 Hummer H1
To start off, 1983 Hummer H1 is newer by 15 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 118 more horse power than 1983 Hummer H1. (187 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Buick Riviera should accelerate faster than 1983 Hummer H1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Hummer H1 weights approximately 870 kg more than 1968 Buick Riviera.
Because 1983 Hummer H1 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Buick Riviera. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1983 Hummer H1 will offer significantly more control. 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 238 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Hummer H1. (407 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1968 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Hummer H1.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Buick Riviera | 1983 Hummer H1 | |
Make | Buick | Hummer |
Model | Riviera | H1 |
Year Released | 1968 | 1983 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7050 cc | 5733 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 305 HP | 187 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 645 Nm | 407 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Vehicle Weight | 1900 kg | 2770 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5370 mm | 4690 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 2200 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1840 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 3310 mm |