1968 Buick Riviera vs. 1987 Chevrolet Camaro

To start off, 1987 Chevrolet Camaro is newer by 19 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 172 more horse power than 1987 Chevrolet Camaro. (133 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Buick Riviera should accelerate faster than 1987 Chevrolet Camaro.

Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 422 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Chevrolet Camaro. (223 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1968 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Chevrolet Camaro.

Compare all specifications:

1968 Buick Riviera 1987 Chevrolet Camaro
Make Buick Chevrolet
Model Riviera Camaro
Year Released 1968 1987
Body Type Coupe Coupe
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 7050 cc 2835 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Horse Power 305 HP 133 HP
Engine RPM 5000 RPM 5100 RPM
Torque 645 Nm 223 Nm
Torque RPM 3200 RPM 3600 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Number of Seats 4 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Length 5370 mm 4880 mm
Vehicle Width 2020 mm 1860 mm
Wheelbase Size 3030 mm 2580 mm


 

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