1968 Buick Riviera vs. 1985 Hyundai Pony

To start off, 1985 Hyundai Pony 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) has 239 more horse power than 1985 Hyundai Pony. (66 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Buick Riviera should accelerate faster than 1985 Hyundai Pony. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Buick Riviera weights approximately 1010 kg more than 1985 Hyundai Pony. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1968 Buick Riviera is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1968 Buick Riviera. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 Hyundai Pony, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 549 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Hyundai Pony. (96 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1968 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Hyundai Pony. 1968 Buick Riviera has automatic transmission and 1985 Hyundai Pony has manual transmission. 1985 Hyundai Pony 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 1985 Hyundai Pony
Make Buick Hyundai
Model Riviera Pony
Year Released 1968 1985
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 7050 cc 1298 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 305 HP 66 HP
Torque 645 Nm 96 Nm
Torque RPM 3200 RPM 3500 RPM
Engine Bore Size 106.2 mm 71 mm
Engine Stroke Size 99.4 mm 82 mm
Top Speed 193 km/hour 153 km/hour
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 1900 kg 890 kg
Vehicle Length 5370 mm 3990 mm
Vehicle Width 2020 mm 1600 mm
Vehicle Height 1370 mm 1390 mm
Wheelbase Size 3030 mm 2390 mm