1968 Buick Riviera vs. 1985 Ford Sierra

To start off, 1985 Ford Sierra is newer by 17 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 157 more horse power than 1985 Ford Sierra. (148 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Buick Riviera should accelerate faster than 1985 Ford Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Buick Riviera weights approximately 695 kg more than 1985 Ford Sierra. 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 425 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Ford Sierra. (220 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1968 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Ford Sierra.

Compare all specifications:

1968 Buick Riviera 1985 Ford Sierra
Make Buick Ford
Model Riviera Sierra
Year Released 1968 1985
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 7050 cc 2790 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 305 HP 148 HP
Engine RPM 5000 RPM 5700 RPM
Torque 645 Nm 220 Nm
Torque RPM 3200 RPM 3800 RPM
Engine Bore Size 106.2 mm 93 mm
Engine Stroke Size 99.4 mm 68.5 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Vehicle Weight 1900 kg 1205 kg
Vehicle Length 5370 mm 4400 mm
Vehicle Width 2020 mm 1680 mm
Vehicle Height 1370 mm 1370 mm
Wheelbase Size 3030 mm 2620 mm


 

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