1968 Buick Riviera vs. 1988 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 1988 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 20 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 148 more horse power than 1988 Volkswagen Golf. (157 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Buick Riviera should accelerate faster than 1988 Volkswagen Golf. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Buick Riviera weights approximately 705 kg more than 1988 Volkswagen Golf. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1988 Volkswagen Golf is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Buick Riviera. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Volkswagen Golf will offer significantly more control. 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 420 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Volkswagen Golf. (225 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1968 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Volkswagen Golf. 1968 Buick Riviera has automatic transmission and 1988 Volkswagen Golf has manual transmission. 1988 Volkswagen Golf 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 | 1988 Volkswagen Golf | |
Make | Buick | Volkswagen |
Model | Riviera | Golf |
Year Released | 1968 | 1988 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7050 cc | 1763 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 305 HP | 157 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 645 Nm | 225 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Top Speed | 193 km/hour | 204 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1900 kg | 1195 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5370 mm | 4040 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2490 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 55 L |