1968 Buick Riviera vs. 1983 Toyota Celica
To start off, 1983 Toyota Celica 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 187 more horse power than 1983 Toyota Celica. (118 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Buick Riviera should accelerate faster than 1983 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Buick Riviera weights approximately 720 kg more than 1983 Toyota Celica. 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 430 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Toyota Celica. (215 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1968 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Toyota Celica.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Buick Riviera | 1983 Toyota Celica | |
Make | Buick | Toyota |
Model | Riviera | Celica |
Year Released | 1968 | 1983 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7050 cc | 2563 cc |
Horse Power | 305 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 645 Nm | 215 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1900 kg | 1180 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5370 mm | 4610 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2640 mm |