1968 Buick Riviera vs. 1985 Renault 5
To start off, 1985 Renault 5 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, 1985 Renault 5 (346 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1968 Buick Riviera. (305 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Renault 5 should accelerate faster than 1968 Buick Riviera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Buick Riviera weights approximately 994 kg more than 1985 Renault 5.
Let's talk about torque, 1968 Buick Riviera (645 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 215 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Renault 5. (430 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1968 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Renault 5.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Buick Riviera | 1985 Renault 5 | |
Make | Buick | Renault |
Model | Riviera | 5 |
Year Released | 1968 | 1985 |
Engine Size | 7050 cc | 1526 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 305 HP | 346 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 645 Nm | 430 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1900 kg | 906 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5370 mm | 3670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2440 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 51 L |